Rome is set to begin a four-week filming schedule for the upcoming Street Fighter movies starting on September 2nd. The former WWE champion is expected to finish his on-set duties by the week of September 26th, assuming the production stays on track.
Key Filming Information
- Production timeline: Filming for Street Fighter officially starts in September 2025.
- Shooting duration: Four weeks on set, from September 2 to September 26, 2025.
- Role: Rome will portray Akuma, the legendary demon warrior from the video game series.
- WWE involvement: There is enough time allocated for additional WWE appearances before filming begins.
Cody Rhodes also has a role in the movie but will not be on set as long as Rome. Rhodes, the current WWE Champion, plays Guile, a U.S. military fighter previously portrayed by Jean-Claude Van Damme in the 1994 film adaptation.
Star-Studded Cast
The film features an impressive lineup, including:
- Jason Momoa as Blanca
- David Dastmalchian as M. Bison
- 50 Cent as a barolog
- Noah Centineo as Ken Masters
- Andrew as Ryu
- Karina Leane as Chun-Li
Production Update
Originally scheduled to release on March 20, 2026, the movie was pulled from Sony’s release schedule in March 2025 and delayed indefinitely. Director Kitao Sakurai, known for "Bad Trip," took over the project from Danny and Michael Philippou, who left to focus on their horror film "Bring Her Back."
The expanded timeline allows Rome to continue WWE appearances through the summer, potentially including an appearance after SummerSlam. This schedule clarifies that his recent WWE storyline changes aren’t an immediate result of his Hollywood commitments.
With WWE stars competing as iconic video game fighters, fans will soon see real-life wrestling rivals brought to life on the big screen.
Fan Take: This news is exciting for WWE fans because it highlights the growing crossover between wrestling and mainstream entertainment, offering wrestlers new platforms to expand their careers. It also hints at more dynamic storylines and appearances in WWE, as these stars balance their roles both inside and outside the ring.
