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Video: Street Fighter Live-Action Movie ‘Blanka Vs. Ryu’ Special Look Released
Paramount and Legendary have released a special preview for their forthcoming live-action Street Fighter film, showing Ryu, played by Andrew Koji, fighting Blanka, played by Jason Momoa. The footage also includes appearances by prominent fighting-game figures, underlining an effort to appeal to the series’ established competitive community ahead of the film’s cinema release.
The film is scheduled to reach theatres on 14 October 2026. Separately, Capcom has announced a limited Street Fighter 6 collaboration event, Way of the Oni x Way of the Fist, running from 7 to 31 August after new DLC character Yasmine arrives on 3 August; players who log in can receive free cosmetic rewards and take part in themed Battle Hub activities.
In short
- Street Fighter film preview shows Ryu battling Blanka.
- The live-action film opens on 14 October 2026.
- Street Fighter 6 event offers limited free cosmetics.
Explained simply
Street Fighter is one of gaming's most iconic franchises, created by Capcom in 1987. The fighting game series has remained hugely popular with millions of players and esports fans worldwide for nearly four decades.
Ryu and Blanka are among the franchise's most recognisable characters, with devoted fanbases around the world. Paramount and Legendary are producing a live-action film adaptation of Street Fighter featuring these and other beloved characters from the games.
Video game adaptations for cinema have become increasingly common as studios seek to bring popular gaming franchises to broader audiences. Street Fighter's enduring popularity with both casual players and competitive gamers means this adaptation is aimed at appealing to longtime fans and general viewers alike.