First Tease of Cody Rhodes as Guile in The 2026 'Street Fighter'

Looks like we're finally getting a glimpse of the new Street Fighter movie, and the details are getting better and better!

First Look at Cody Rhodes as Guile

The internet is buzzing after Andrew Schulz shared a photo that seems to give us our first look at Cody Rhodes stepping into the role of the iconic Guile. The photo, a shadowy image, clearly shows someone with the character's signature flat-top wig. While it's not a full reveal, it's definitely enough to get the hype train rolling for WWE fans and Street Fighter enthusiasts alike. Rhodes is reportedly in talks for the role, and this image adds fuel to that fire.

An All-Star Cast Assembles

This new Street Fighter movie is currently in production, aiming to reboot the popular video game series for a modern audience. While plot details are still under wraps, the casting choices suggest a willingness to embrace the over-the-top and iconic nature of the source material. "The Tribal Chief," Roman Reigns, is set to portray the powerful Akuma, a truly exciting choice.

Full Cast Revealed (So Far)

Beyond Rhodes and Reigns, the announced cast is shaping up to be a star-studded affair:

Andrew Koji as Ryu
Noah Centineo as Ken
Callina Liang as Chun-Li
Jason Momoa as Blanka
David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
50 Cent as Balrog
Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki
Orville Peck as Vega
Hiroki Goto as E. Honda
Vidyut Jammwal as Dhalsim

Production and Release Date

We now have a date to mark on our calendars! The new live-action Street Fighter movie is scheduled to be released in theaters on March 20, 2026. The film is a joint venture, co-developed and produced by Sony Pictures and the game's developer and publisher, Capcom. At the helm of the project is director Kitao Sakurai.

Remembering the Cult Classic

Of course, this isn't the first time Street Fighter has been adapted for the big screen. Many of us remember the 1994 cult classic Street Fighter movie starring Jean-Claude Van Damme as Guile and the legendary Raul Julia as M. Bison. While that movie has its flaws, it holds a special place in the hearts of many fans for its sheer campiness and memorable performances. It will be interesting to see how this new reboot, with its powerhouse cast, compares to that iconic adaptation.

The casting of Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns has definitely injected a new level of excitement into this Street Fighter project. As more details and official looks are released, you can be sure we'll be here to break it all down.

10 Wrestlers Who Landed Roles in Superhero Movies

Who on earth didn't mark out when Macho Man Randy Savage suddenly appeared as the badass 'Bonesaw' in Spiderman? "Bonesaw is ready!!!"

Superhero movies were practically built for wrestling's most legendary performers. It's true that Hulk Hogan was unable to translate his explosive in-ring success into box office gold, but performers like Jesse Ventura and Rowdy Roddy Piper did prove that wrestlers could carry major roles in action films like Predator and They Live!

At the turn of the millennium, as the Marvel and DC Universes birthed some of the most profitable film franchises of all time, wrestlers like Dave Bautista and The Rock would nab starring roles as some of cinema's most powerful heroes. In turn, long forgotten pro wrestlers would experience career rejuvenations thanks to their god-given size and ability to connect with an audience.

Whether it be 'Drax' in the multi-billion dollar franchise Guardians of the Galaxy or 'Claw' in a Hong Kong superhero sequel you've probably never heard of, we're still popping whenever a WWE favorite makes an appearance on the silver screen.

Check out these 10 wrestlers who landed roles in superhero movies in the gallery below.

Gallery Credit: Marvel / DC / Paramount / New Line / Sony

Jim Ross' 10 Greatest Calls in WWE

There's no debate to be had -- Jim Ross is the greatest commentator in the history of professional wrestling. JR's run during WWE's Attitude and Ruthless Aggression Eras remains unmatched, even when considering the longevity of Michael Cole's career and the explosive personality of Joey Styles in ECW.

No commentator has ever put more of themselves into the role, often calling matches as if they were biblical battles unfolding in a WWE ring. JR could make you believe that the ultimate fight between good and evil was taking place right before your eyes. He allowed a generation of wrestling fans to put their hopes and dreams into an antihero like Stone Cold Steve Austin, while stirring the WWE Universe's seething hatred for demonic villains like Triple H.

This list isn't about JR's best catchphrases like "Business is about to pick up!" or "Bah Gawd!" It's about compiling the times when Jim Ross' commentary elevated a moment to the highest level possible, evoking emotions in the viewer that rival any call in sports or entertainment broadcasting.

Check out our definitive list of the greatest calls in WWE history from Good Ol' JR -- Jim Ross!

Gallery Credit: WWE

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