Andrew Koji understands restraint. The stillness before impact. The breath you take before you commit. That discipline will now count among its ranks one of the most recognizable martial arts heroes in pop culture. As Hollywood reshapes another iconic gaming universe for the big screen, Koji finds himself at a pivotal moment. And this next move may redefine how global audiences see him.
WME Deal and the Road to ‘Street Fighter’
Koji officially joins WME as he prepares to headline Legendary’s “Street Fighter,” set for theatrical release in October 2026. The adaptation of Capcom’s iconic video game series casts Koji as Ryu, the disciplined martial artist who has defined the franchise for decades.
Director Kitao Sakurai leads the project. Koji stars opposite Noah Centineo as Ken and Callina Liang as Chun-Li. The story follows Ryu as he reunites with Ken after Chun-Li recruits them for the World Warrior Tournament. Beneath the spectacle lies a deeper conflict. Ryu and Ken confront buried history while a hidden conspiracy threatens everything around them.
The WME signing amplifies that momentum. The agency represents some of the industry’s most bankable names and franchise leads. With “Street Fighter” on deck, Koji aligns himself with a team built for global ranking.
Koji will continue to be represented by Principal Entertainment LA, Conway van Gelder Grant, and Myman Greenspan Fox.
Building a Global Action Resume
Koji has carved his lane across film and television. He currently appears in the Amazon UK series “Steal” and the hit drama “Gangs of London.” On the film side, Koji has built an international résumé. He shared the screen with Keira Knightley in Netflix’s “Black Doves.” He joined Bill Skarsgård in Lionsgate’s “Boy Kills World.” He appeared opposite John Malkovich in “Seneca.” In Sony’s “Bullet Train,” he held his own alongside Brad Pitt. Koji stepped into the G.I. Joe universe with Henry Golding in Paramount’s “Snake Eyes.” He also starred in the indie feature “Worth the Wait” with Lana Condor and Ross Butler.
Television audiences first saw his breakout turn in “Warrior,” the Cinemax and Max series created by Jonathan Tropper and inspired by the writings of Bruce Lee. Koji led the martial arts crime drama for three seasons and anchored its emotional core. He later appeared in “American Gods” on Starz and “Peaky Blinders” on Netflix and BBC.
Now with “Street Fighter,” Koji steps into Ryu with years of preparation behind him. He understands silence and discipline. Koji also understands what it means to fight for something greater than ego.
With WME in his corner and a worldwide franchise ahead, Koji enters a new level of his career. October 2026 will test that ascent. If his track record says anything, he will meet the moment head-on.
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