Cody Rhodes Surprised by Street Fighter Casting as Guile

The upcoming film adaptation of the video game Street Fighter is scheduled for release on October 16, featuring several professional wrestlers, including Cody Rhodes in the role of Guile.

During an interview on The Morning Shift, Rhodes recounted his surprise when he was offered the part, initially believing it was a joke. He described a meeting where he was unexpectedly informed of the casting decision by Mary Parent, with Kitao Sakurai present, leading to his stunned reaction.

Despite his initial shock, Rhodes has fully embraced the role, even dressing as Guile for public appearances, including WWE SummerSlam 2026. His commitment to the character has garnered praise from John Cena, who encouraged WWE fans to support the film.