Don Lee to Make Special Appearance in 'Street Fighter' as Gouken, Master to Ryu and Ken

By  Kim Ji-hye  | Oct 13, 2026

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Don Lee still (Photo=Getty Images Korea)
Actor Don Lee has made a special appearance in the movie "Street Fighter", based on the popular fighting game series that thrilled fans worldwide.

"Street Fighter" is an action entertainment film set in 1993, following fated rivals Ryu and Ken Masters as they face off once again in the arena at Chun-Li's suggestion, only to confront the reality of a massive conspiracy hidden behind a life-or-death battle royale.

Don Lee, who has pursued a global career connecting domestic and international audiences through "The Roundup" series and his Hollywood debut "Eternals", adds excitement to the film with his special appearance.
Don Lee still (Photo=Getty Images Korea)
In the film "Street Fighter", Don Lee voices Gouken, the master of Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo). Alongside this, a greeting video featuring Don Lee personally addressing Korean audiences was also released, drawing even more attention to the news of his special appearance.

Gouken (Don Lee) is the master who taught martial arts to Ryu and Ken, who trained together since childhood, and is a character deeply intertwined with their long-standing history. Gouken appears in an animated scene depicting the backstory of Ryu and Ken. As someone who shared the past with Ryu and Ken, who grew as close as brothers while training under the same master, Gouken is set to play a crucial role in deepening the understanding of their relationship.

"Street Fighter" hits theaters on October 14. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)