Overview
- The first footage and a full set of 17 character posters introduced the ensemble, with official materials confirming Paramount distribution and Legendary/Capcom producing.
- Andrew Koji (Ryu), Noah Centineo (Ken) and Callina Liang (Chun‑Li) lead a cast that also features Jason Momoa (Blanka), Cody Rhodes (Guile), David Dastmalchian (M. Bison), Roman Reigns (Akuma) and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson (Balrog).
- Director Kitao Sakurai’s film, written by Dalan Musson, is set in 1993 and follows Ryu and Ken’s return to a World Warrior Tournament that hides a larger conspiracy.
- Studios say the movie is filmed for IMAX exhibition, and industry reports indicate principal photography took place in Australia and wrapped recently.
- Early coverage highlights a colorful, tongue‑in‑cheek tone faithful to the games, with initial fan response online largely positive but reserving judgment for longer trailers.