After years of speculation, Legendary Pictures and Capcom have confirmed the production of a new live-action Street Fighter movie based on the iconic video game franchise. The news has generated great excitement among fans, who hope that this new installment will finally do justice to the saga on the big screen.
Guaranteed Failure? Revisiting Street Fighter’s Cinematic History
The Street Fighter franchise has not had a good track record in film. 1994´s movie starring Jean-Claude Van Damme was a commercial and critical failure, and the subsequent 2016 adaptation also failed to convince audiences.
The producers promise that this new Street Fighter movie will be more faithful to the video games than its predecessors. Danny and Machel Philippou, known for their work on the movie “Talk to Me,” will be directing the film.
For now, not much has been revealed about the film’s plot. However, the film is expected to feature some of the franchise’s most iconic characters, such as Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, and Guile.
When Will the New Street Fighter Movie Be Released?
The release date has not yet been announced. However, all indications are that we will be able to enjoy this new adventure during the first half of 2025.
Street Fighter fans have received the news of the new movie with a mix of excitement and skepticism. Some hope that this new installment will finally be the movie the franchise deserves, while others are more cautious, remembering the previous failures.
Where Can You Find More Information About the New Street Fighter Movie?
You can find more information on the following websites:
Capcom’s new film has the potential to be the movie that fans have been waiting for years. However, only time will tell if this new installment manages to live up to expectations.
Stay tuned for more news about the movie!
