Cody Rhodes, a prominent video game enthusiast and former WWE champion, has ventured into the realm of “Street Fighter” as part of a new film project. Reports previously hinted at his involvement, but it is now confirmed that Rhodes will portray a criminal character in the movie.
Guile, a character first introduced in the 1991 game Street Fighter 2, is a US Air Force pilot seeking revenge for the death of his friend Charlie at the hands of the antagonist, dictator M. Bison. Guile is one of the franchise’s most beloved figures and was famously portrayed by Jean-Claude Van Damme in the 1994 live-action adaptation.
In addition to Rhodes playing a role, Roman Reigns is set to portray Akuma, while the film also features Noah Centineo as Ken, Andrew Kozy as Ryu, Jason Momoa as Blanka, 50 Cent as Balrog, Karina Leal as Chun-Li, Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki, Orville Peck as Vega, and David Dastmalchian as Bison.
Beyond this, Rhodes is slated to appear in upcoming “Naked Gun” movies, sharing the screen with Liam Neeson. These acting opportunities signal a significant transition for Rhodes as he expands his career beyond wrestling.
Fan Take: This news is exciting for WWE fans because it highlights how wrestling stars like Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns are crossing over into mainstream entertainment, boosting their star power. Such ventures can bring greater visibility to WWE and inspire fresh storylines and opportunities within the sport.
