Are you studying for an additional upcoming online game film? As a result of Avenue Fighter is occurring before you assume.
It looks like we’ve been ready years for an honest Avenue Fighter film. Whereas Mortal Kombat has skilled a revitalization within the film business due to the profitable 2021 adaptation, in addition to the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2, now we have but to see a profitable Avenue Fighter adaptation. The online game has been a long-standing competitor of Mortal Kombat.
Nonetheless, each video games are totally different, which results in the flicks differing as properly. And fortunately, there has been some information that has come out concerning the brand new Avenue Fighter movie, so let’s get into what we all know to date.
What Is The Avenue Fighter Launch Date?
On the time of scripting this in July 2025, there is no such thing as a set launch date for Avenue Fighter; nonetheless, we do know that it is anticipated to launch sooner or later in 2026. Deadline reported this in its newest announcement in July 2025.
That is excellent news. I would not wish to see it should compete with all the opposite main movies popping out within the 2025 film schedule, together with the following Mortal Kombat movie. Subsequently, having it launch as a part of the 2026 film schedule is one thing I can wholeheartedly help.
As for the precise launch date, we’re undecided. Filming on the film hasn’t been confirmed, however since we have already got a fairly intensive forged checklist, which we’ll talk about under, it’s going to hopefully begin filming quickly.
The Avenue Fighter Solid
The forged for the brand new Avenue Fighter film is so on the market that I believe it will probably work. Right here is who will probably be enjoying who within the upcoming Avenue Fighter adaptation, as confirmed by Deadline above:
Andrew Koji as Ryu
With regards to Avenue Fighter, Ryu is likely one of the most iconic characters and is a giant face of the franchise. Taking part in Ryu in Avenue Fighter will probably be Andrew Koji, who’s primarily recognized for his position in Warrior, in addition to the kick-butt motion movie Bullet Practice.
Noah Centineo as Ken
Whereas Noah Centineo has definitely proven his vary, I by no means anticipated to see him in a Avenue Fighter film. Nonetheless, he will probably be enjoying Ken, one other large character. Centineo is primarily recognized for his position within the To All The Boys I’ve Cherished Earlier than motion pictures (in addition to his little visitor cameo in XO, Kitty), and the Netflix collection, The Recruit.
Callina Liang as Chun-Li
We may argue till the cows come dwelling, however let’s be actual right here – Chun-Li might be probably the most well-known character from Avenue Fighter for good motive. She’s badass in each method potential. Taking part in the character in Avenue Fighter will probably be Callina Liang, who has appeared in two movies earlier than, Unhealthy Genius and Presence, in addition to the TV collection Inform Me The whole lot.
David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
Subsequent up on the Avenue Fighter checklist is David Dastmalchian, who will play M. Bison. The actor has appeared in varied franchises through the years, together with The Suicide Squad, The Flash, and The Darkish Knight, amongst others. He additionally held a task within the Dune forged and starred in Late Night time with the Satan.
Cody Rhodes as Guile
Cody Rhodes will probably be enjoying Guile, one other central character from Avenue Fighter. He’s primarily knowledgeable wrestler within the WWE, however has appeared in TV reveals like Arrow. He’s set to seem within the new Bare Gun film, which hits theaters in August.
Jason Momoa as Blanka
Whereas I’m positive many people know Jason Momoa from the Recreation of Thrones forged or as Aquaman, he will probably be taking up Blanka in Avenue Fighter, and wow, what an fascinating casting selection, however I am so right here for it. He has additionally appeared in varied motion pictures and TV reveals, together with See, A Minecraft Film, Frontier, Dune, and Quick X.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as Balrog
Curtis Jackson – in any other case referred to as 50 Cent within the music business – will probably be enjoying Balrog in Avenue Fighter. He’s appeared in motion pictures reminiscent of Southpaw, Den of Thieves, Boneyard, The Prince, and extra.
Orville Peck as Vega
That is an unexpeted one, however Orville Peck will probably be featured in the Avenue Fighter recreation as Vega. Peck is primarily a singer, recognized for his nation music, so this will probably be his first performing position in a film. He has, nonetheless, appeared on the stage, so he has acted earlier than.
Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki
Andrew Schulz will probably be enjoying Dan Hibiki in Avenue Fighter. The actor is primarily recognized for his comedic work, however has additionally appeared in motion pictures such because the 2023 remake of White Males Can’t Soar, Upgraded, The Thicket, and others.
Roman Reigns as Akuma
Final however not least, Roman Reigns will play Akuma. He’s one other skilled wrestler, and this will probably be his first important performing position apart from showing in The Fallacious Missy.
Goodness, speak about a formidable forged.
What Is Avenue Fighter About?
The precise plot for the film has been saved quiet, however Avenue Fighter goes to be an adaptation of the online game of the identical identify.
Whereas its competitor, Mortal Kombat, is much more targeted on being tremendous bloody and graphic, Avenue Fighter has all the time been a bit extra cartoonish and enjoyable with its preventing model, which is what made it so fulfilling – that it was nonetheless a terrific preventing recreation however not as torturous-looking as Mortal Kombat might be.
There have been six mainline Avenue Fighter video games, in addition to spinoff video games and extra. The story facet was by no means actually a giant a part of the sport till about Avenue Fighter V, the place there was an precise story mode included.
The essential premise of the primary recreation is that Ryu is on this large martial arts competitors that’s occurring worldwide, and he has to face off in opposition to ten opponents. In that recreation, a second participant also can management Ken as properly.
The primary crux of the sport is that it is about two folks preventing one another, so who actually is aware of what the film goes to be about. It may go down the competitor route, however solely time will inform.
Kitao Sakurai Is Directing
The very last thing the Deadline article confirmed is that Kitao Sakurai is directing the movie. Beforehand, the names behind Convey Her Again and Speak to Me, Danny and Michael Philippou, have been going to deal with the film, however Sakurai has since taken over. His directing credit embrace a number of episodes of the Twisted Metallic collection adaptation (together with the collection premiere), and the Netflix movie Unhealthy Journey.
I’m so excited for this film and with this forged, I believe it’s going to be doubtlessly nice. I must refine my preventing expertise now.