Jason Momoa rumored for Street Fighter movie cast as excitement grows around Legendary’s live-action adaptation, with a variety of notable actors speculated to join in distinct roles. Recent updates suggest Walton Goggins, Eric André, and Orville Peck are among those considered for key characters in this ambitious project.
Walton Goggins Eyed as Lead Villain M. Bison
Reports indicate Walton Goggins could portray M. Bison, the primary antagonist in the upcoming Street Fighter film. This role has history, as the late Raúl Juliá played General M. Bison in Capcom’s 1994 adaptation. Industry insider Jeff Sneider, known for sharing entertainment scoops, mentioned in his newsletter that Goggins is involved in talks for this casting. Sneider discussed these developments on a podcast episode alongside his co-host John Rocha.
Sneider expressed his reaction to the rumors, revealing,
“was having a moment and was flying pretty high right now.”
—Jeff Sneider, Journalist. He further commented,
“I thought he might land something a little bit more prestigious, but at the same time, it’s also maybe time to get a nice movie paycheck.”
—Jeff Sneider, Journalist.
Goggins’ acting career has seen a significant upswing in recent years. Notably, he appeared as Baby Billy Freeman on HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones, portrayed the Ghoul, also known as Cooper Howard, in Prime Video’s Fallout, and depicted Rick Ha tchett in The White Lotus. He has also lent his voice to Cecil Stedman on Invincible, further establishing his reputation as a versatile television performer.
Casting Rumors Include Eric André and Orville Peck
The casting conversation has expanded to include Eric André and Orville Peck. According to Sneider, André is considered for the role of the ring announcer, while Peck might portray the character Vega. Fans will remember that in the 1994 film, Jay Tavare played Vega, a character characterized in the games as a Spanish fighter blending bullfighting and Japanese ninjutsu to develop his unique combat technique.
Eric André’s connection to this production stems from his earlier collaboration with director Kitao Sakurai on the 2021 film Bad Trip. Orville Peck, who is primarily known for his music career and signature mask, is also being discussed for the role of Vega, whose masked identity forms a central element of the character’s legacy.
Additional Notable Names Reportedly Approached
Beyond Goggins, André, and Peck, May reports suggested that Jason Momoa and Roman Reigns were being considered for the project, with discussions ongoing. Additionally, actors Andrew Koji and Noah Centineo are linked to possible involvement with the film’s cast, emphasizing the production’s pursuit of a high-profile lineup for this latest adaptation.
This growing speculation around casting choices, fueled by insights from entertainment journalists and ongoing industry buzz, signals the production’s intent to invigorate the long-running Street Fighter franchise. With Legendary producing and Capcom’s classic video game source material as its foundation, fans are now waiting to see which stars will ultimately bring these iconic characters to life on screen.
