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Callina Liang to Star as Chun-Li in 'Street Fighter'

6/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Canadian actress Callina Liang is set to bring Chun-Li to life in Legendary's live-action adaptation of Capcom's beloved "Street Fighter." She'll be joined by a star-studded cast, including Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and possibly Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, this film promises to honor the legacy of the iconic 1987 fighting game series.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 live-action film "Street Fighter," starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, adapted Capcom's popular video game series, which began in 1987 and has sold over 33 million units. Despite its poor critical reception, the film became a cult classic and generated significant revenue, paving the way for future adaptations that reflect the ongoing trend of reimagining video games for contemporary audiences.

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Story summary

Canadian actress Callina Liang is set to bring Chun-Li to life in Legendary's live-action adaptation of Capcom's beloved "Street Fighter." She'll be joined by a star-studded cast, including Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and possibly Andrew Schulz as Dan Hibiki. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, this film promises to honor the legacy of the iconic 1987 fighting game series.

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