- Primary Subject: Early social media reactions to the new Street Fighter movie reboot
- Key Update: The early reactions to the new reboot are out on social media.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: October 13, 2026
- Quick Answer: Early reactions are mostly enthusiastic, praising the movie's nostalgic '90s humor, explosive fight scenes, and faithful cast performances despite a thin storyline.
The early social media reactions to the new Street Fighter movie have arrived online. Is it worth watching, according to them?
A new movie reboot of the hit video game franchise is arriving on the big screen this week. Fans have been looking forward to seeing what the new take will look like and whether the quality will surpass the previous cinematic adaptations, as well as the cast's portrayal of the iconic characters.
Is Street Fighter Worth Watching? Here's What the Early Reactions Are Saying
Journalists and influencers who watched the early screenings of Street Fighter were able to share their reactions on social media and weigh in on whether it is worth watching.
Fortunately, most responses have been enthusiastic, though not universally glowing, as some were also mixed. Praise was given to its nostalgic elements, matching the vibe of the source material, and the cast's performance.
Brandon Davis called the new Street Fighter movie a "90s throwback with visual nostalgia but also in its humor and selling of a hot cast" and described it as "a silly, fun, and fearless good time."
Christopher Gallardo wrote in his post that the new movie is "one for the fans" and praised it for being an "adrenaline-pumping spectacle with a striking blend of animation and live-action visuals that keeps fans hooked with every fight."
Junior Felix described the new Street Fighter as "campy, hilarious, action-packed, and just plain fun. There's plenty of great callbacks from the OG games." He highlighted the performances of Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, and Callina Liang.
User @AxelTalksFilm was mixed on the film. While he wrote that "the castings and performances (with what they have to work with) are very fitting" and "the action sequences are adequate enough to keep you engaged," he also said that the film has "an underbaked premise" and was underwhelmed by the quality.
What Is the New Street Fighter Movie About?
Set in 1993, Street Fighter follows estranged Street Fighters Ryu and Ken Masters who are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past.
The ensemble includes Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoai, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Eric André, Orville Peck, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, and Jason Momoa.
The film is arriving in theaters this Friday, October 16.
Keep it locked on Epicstream, your go-to site for film, TV, and celebrity coverage!