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Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie

Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie 2000

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Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie Plot Summary

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Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie Timeline

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Ryu confronts Gouken's death and the Dark Hadou

Ryu contemplates Gouken's death and the Dark Hadou, the corrupting energy that haunts him. He wrestles with whether power should be used or resisted, fearing what he might become. The city around him swirls with danger as he stands at a personal crossroads.

City

Ryu fights Shadaloo agents and draws Interpol's attention

In the city, Ryu fights Shadaloo agents, using his martial skill to push them back. His actions draw the attention of Interpol agent Chun-Li and aspiring fighter Sakura, who become curious about him. The encounter propels Ryu toward new allies and new threats.

City

Rose the fortune-teller confronts Ryu in Japan

In Japan, Rose questions Ryu about his hold over the Dark Hadou and the reason he fights. She hints at destiny and warns of the danger the power could unleash. Her cryptic guidance foreshadows the challenges to come.

Japan

Ryu visits Gouken's grave and meets Ken Masters

Ryu visits Gouken's grave to seek solace and clarity. There he reunites with Ken Masters, an old friend who offers blunt, practical counsel about Ryu's path. The reunion sets the stage for the next revelations and decisions.

Gouken's grave, Japan

Ken introduces Shun, a boy claiming to be Ryu's brother

Ken brings Shun, a boy who claims their mother sent him from Brazil to find Ryu. Ryu is skeptical, but he senses Shun's raw potential as a fighter. The idea of a family connection deepens the stakes of his journey.

Japan

Ryu tests Shun; Shun's dangerous streak emerges

Ryu puts Shun through tests to gauge his worth and control. Shun displays a dangerous, sadistic streak and nearly harms a thug, forcing Ryu to intervene. The encounter leaves Ryu more wary of Shun's power and the darkness within him.

City

Ken finds Sakura and plans to bring her to Ryu

Ken locates Sakura in a local bar and agrees to take her to Ryu. He is too late to present her before the underground tournament begins. This missed opportunity heightens the tension as Ryu heads toward the coming conflict.

Local bar

Underground tournament begins; Shun vs Zangief; Ryu vs Zangief

Under the enigmatic supervision of Dr. Sadler, the underground tournament begins. Shun battles Zangief with superior speed but is distracted by the Dark Hadou, giving Zangief the upper hand. Ryu faces Zangief next, but the Dark Hadou resurges and he fires a Dark Hadouken that misses, causing the building to collapse.

Underground arena

Ryu defeats Rosanov with Dark Hadou; Shun is abducted

Ryu obliterates Rosanov with a Dark Hadouken. In the distraction, Shun is abducted by Shadaloo agents. Ken and Sakura scramble to stay safe as danger intensifies around them.

Underground arena / near Sadler's lab

Rose urges Ryu to save Shun

Rose appears in a vision to remind Ryu of his duty and urges him to rescue Shun. Her guidance rekindles his resolve and shapes his next moves. He prepares to confront Sadler with allies.

City

Ryu meets Akuma in the mountains; Akuma tests him

Ryu travels to Akuma's remote mountain home, where Akuma attempts to provoke him into embracing the Dark Hadou. Ryu refuses to surrender to the temptation and asks whether Akuma is Shun's father, which Akuma denies. The encounter deepens the conflict and the sense of fate surrounding Shun.

Akuma's mountain home

Ryu and allies infiltrate Sadler's hideout to rescue Shun

Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and other fighters infiltrate Sadler's secret hideout to rescue Shun. Inside, Rosanov has been upgraded into a fighting android, and Shun is hidden inside him, manipulated by Sadler. Ryu must resist Shun's trap that would empower Sadler by attacking him.

Sadler's hideout

Final confrontation: Rosanov's android destroyed; Sadler defeated

In the lab, Rose intervenes with a warning vision that you haven't drawn the death card yet. Ryu then fires a normal Shinku Hadouken to defeat Sadler, and the android Rosanov is destroyed as Sadler crumbles. The dramatic confrontation marks the turning point in Ryu's fight against the Dark Hadou.

Sadler's lab

Shun's betrayal revealed; Ryu vows to renounce the Dark Hadou

Shun confesses that he lied about being Ryu's brother and had been working with Sadler to help his mother. Ryu accepts him as family in spirit but refuses to abandon his vow never to use the Dark Hadou again. With the danger resolved, the fighters return to their everyday lives.

Sadler's lab

Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie Characters

Explore all characters from Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie (2000). Get detailed profiles with their roles, arcs, and key relationships explained.


Ryu (Kane Kosugi)

Ryu is a disciplined martial artist haunted by the Dark Hadou, a dangerous energy tied to Gouken's death. He grapples with the temptation to unleash that power, which risks harming friends and allies. Throughout the film, he tries to use his skills to protect others, guided by Rose's visions and his own code of honor. In the climax, he vows to abandon the Dark Hadou and save Shun, reaffirming his commitment to righteousness.

🥋 Martial Artist ⚡ Dark Hadou 🧭 Destiny

Ken Masters (Kazuya Ichijo)

Ken is Ryu's loyal friend who helps keep him grounded while sharing their fighting prowess. He takes Sakura to Ryu and supports him in the fight against Shadaloo, acting as a stabilizing influence during Ryu's crisis. He is protective and pragmatic, willing to risk himself for his friends, including Sakura and Shun. In the events, Ken embodies friendship and accountability as he fights alongside others to rescue Shun.

🥋 Martial Artist 🤝 Friendship 🛡️ Protector

Sakura Kasugano (Chiaki Ōsawa)

Sakura is a fan of Ryu who vows to learn from him and track his progress. She seeks out Ryu and Ken, hoping to become his student, and crosses paths with Shun, forming part of the wider network of fighters who confront Shadaloo. Her passion for martial arts drives the action and adds a sense of mentorship and ambition.

🥋 Student 🌱 Ambition 🧭 Mentor

Shun (Reiko Kiuchi)

Shun is a young fighter who claims to be Ryu's long-lost brother, raised in Brazil by their mother. He displays a mixed temperament, with speed and a sadistic streak that foreshadows his volatility. He collaborates with Sadler to secure money for his mother and is injured defending Ryu, revealing his manipulation and ultimately the truth about their relationship. His arc tests loyalties and the boundaries of family and trust.

🤝 Found Family 🌀 Trickery 💔 Deception

Rosanov (Hisao Egawa)

Rosanov is the antagonist who manipulates events behind the scenes, later revealed to be an android with Shun inside. He upgrades into a fighting machine and is confronted by Ryu in Sadler's lab, becoming a symbol of the threat posed by Sadler's experiments. His defeat helps reveal the human element at stake and motivates Ryu to rally.

🧬 Science ⚔️ Warrior 🤖 Android

Dr. Sadler (Daiki Nakamura)

Dr. Sadler is the mastermind behind Sadler's hideout and the tournament, seeking to harness the Dark Hadou to increase his own power. He orchestrates Shun's involvement and confronts Ryu in a final battle, representing ambition and exploitation of fighters. His downfall comes when Ryu and friends interrupt his plans and Shun's actions destabilize his control.

🧪 Scientist ⚔️ Villain 🧠 Manipulation

Zangief (Hidenari Ugaki)

Zangief is a wrestler who confronts Shun and Ryu in the underground tournament, using brute strength to challenge them. He embodies a brutal, direct fighting style and is outmatched by Shun for speed, though ultimately is defeated when the Dark Hadou resurges. His presence underscores the brutal, rule-free arena where fighters test their limits.

🏋️‍♂️ Wrestler 🗡️ Power 🥊 Combat

Akuma (Tomomichi Nishimura)

Akuma is the enigmatic figure who resides in a remote mountain home and prods Ryu toward the edge of the Dark Hadou. He refuses to fight Ryu directly but serves as a catalyst for Ryu's own struggle with his power and fate. He rejects Ryu's attempts to escape his path, a figure of temptation and distant mentorship.

🌌 Temptation 🗻 Isolation 🗡️ Mentor

Rose (Ai Orikasa)

Rose is a mysterious fortune-teller who appears to guide Ryu, offering visions that hint at his fate and the battle against the Dark Hadou. She appears at key moments to push Ryu toward courage and responsibility, telling him that 'you haven't drawn the death card yet.' Her presence adds a spiritual dimension to the fight.

🔮 Fortune-teller 🧭 Guidance ✨ Destiny

Chun-Li (Yumi Touma)

Chun-Li is the Interpol agent who intercepts Ryu and joins the mission to rescue Shun. She represents justice and determination, pushing the fighters to stay focused and to act in concert with other teammates. She remains a steadfast ally in the struggle against Shadaloo.

🕵️‍♀️ Agent 🥋 Martial Arts 🤝 Ally

Birdie (Ryuzaburou Ootomo)

Birdie is a fighter who joins the effort to confront Shadaloo. He demonstrates rough tactics and a sense of bravado, but is ultimately part of the team that supports Ryu in the final showdown.

👊 Fighter 🗡️ Bravado 🤝 Ally

Adon (Wataru Takagi)

Adon is a martial artist who fights alongside Ryu and friends in the underground and in Sadler's exchange. He adds a competitive edge and diversity of fighting styles to the team, enriching the dynamic of the rescue operation.

🥋 Martial Artist 🎭 Ally 🌀 Shadow

Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie Settings

Learn where and when Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie (2000) takes place. Explore the film’s settings, era, and how they shape the narrative.


Location

Japan, Brazil, Sadler's Hideout

The story unfolds across a modern, bustling Japan where Ryu contends with the Dark Hadou and Interpol's Chun-Li pursues him. Brazil serves as a backstory backdrop highlighting Shun's upbringing and family ties. Key locations include an underground fighting arena, a remote mountain hideout, and Sadler's high-tech lab, forming a globe-spanning arena for martial arts and intrigue.

🏙️ Urban Japan 🌎 Brazil 🏔️ Mountain hideout 🏭 Shadaloo base

Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie Themes

Discover the main themes in Street Fighter Alpha: The Movie (2000). Analyze the deeper meanings, emotional layers, and social commentary behind the film.


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Dark Power

Ryu wrestles with the Dark Hadou, a corrupting force that tempts him to abandon his moral code. The power threatens to turn his skill into a weapon and endanger those he cares about. The film uses this struggle to explore responsibility and the cost of wielding immense power. Ultimately, Ryu's fight centers on choosing restraint over conquest.

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Found Family

Shun's arrival tests the bonds of family beyond blood, as Ryu takes him in despite uncertainty about their relation. The group of fighters—Ken, Chun-Li, and others—forms a makeshift family that faces danger together. Trust and loyalty are forged in the heat of battle and deception. The story emphasizes that chosen kinship can be as strong as blood ties.

Redemption

Ryu's vow to renounce the Dark Hadou after the rescue marks a path to redemption, reframing his purpose as a protector rather than a wielder of forbidden power. The pursuit of Shun and the defeat of Sadler serve as catalysts for personal reform. The conclusion reinforces renewal through forgiveness, courage, and recommitment to his ideals.

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