A new challenger has entered the arena—or rather, the director's chair. Legendary Entertainment has tapped Kitao Sakurai, the writer, director, and executive producer behind the comedic mayhem of The Eric Andre Show, to helm their upcoming Street Fighter film adaptation, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Capcom is reportedly deeply involved in this latest attempt to bring the iconic fighting franchise to the big screen, with a release date already set for March 20, 2026.
While the 1994 adaptation starring Jean-Claude Van Damme as Guile, Ming-Na Wen as Chun-Li, and the late Raul Julia as M. Bison remains a cult classic (despite mixed critical reception at the time), this new film promises a fresh take. Casting details are still under wraps, but fans can anticipate seeing their favorite *Street Fighter* characters grace the silver screen.Initially, Danny and Michael Philippou (directors of Talk to Me) were attached to the project, but they departed last summer. Sakurai's involvement suggests a potential shift towards a more absurdist, comedic tone, a direction that could align well with the game's often over-the-top characters and storylines. For fans who appreciate the more cartoonish aspects of Street Fighter, this could be incredibly exciting.
In the meantime, you can experience the latest installment in the franchise: Street Fighter 6, which recently added Mai Shiranui to its roster. Read our full review here.
