Exploring the Best Tekken Movies and Series

Discovering top-quality adaptations of the iconic Tekken franchise in movies and series.
Exploring the Best Tekken Movies and Series

Highlights

  • Video game adaptations like Sonic and Mario movies have set a new standard.
  • Tekken movies vary in faithfulness, with Bloodline standing out for fans.
  • Tekken: Blood Vengeance closely resembles the games but lacks a coherent plot.

Video games have a history of expanding into various media forms, from Pac-Man and Donkey Kong cartoons to recent successes like the Sonic the Hedgehog and Super Mario Bros movies. However, Tekken diverges from the lightheartedness of these mascots, delving into a violent world of fighting with intricate plots involving devils, angels, and family rivalries. As the leading 3D fighting game franchise, Tekken has attracted many attempts at screen adaptations, ranging from feature films to TV series. Let's explore the ranking of Tekken's movies and series based on their quality.

6 The Avenging Fist

IMDB Score: 4.3/10

  • Studio: Star East.
  • Release: December 2001.
  • DVD Only.

The Avenging Fist had a tumultuous journey, initially planned as a Hong Kong take on Tekken but had to be reimagined due to rights issues. The final product strayed far from the game's essence, focusing on a different narrative with only faint echoes of Tekken characters. Despite featuring esteemed Hong Kong stars, the movie failed to capture the magic of the game series.

5 Tekken 2: Kazuya’s Revenge

IMDB Score: 2.8/10

  • Studio: Crystal Sky Pictures.
  • Release: August 2014.
  • Available on Tubi and Pluto.

Tekken 2: Kazuya’s Revenge, despite its title, serves as a prequel to the live-action Tekken movie. The movie deviates from the game's narrative, offering a different take on the characters and plot. Without the familiar faces and settings, it would pass as a generic action film unrelated to the Tekken universe.

4 Tekken: Blood Vengeance

IMDB Score: 5.8/10

  • Studio: Digital Frontier.
  • Release: July 2011.
  • DVD Only.

Tekken: Blood Vengeance stands out for its alignment with the game's world and characters, courtesy of Namco's direct involvement. While visually reminiscent of the games, the film lacks a coherent storyline, ultimately falling short of capturing the essence of the Tekken saga.