New 'Street Fighter' Movie Set for 2026 Release, Promises Fresh Cast and Storyline

June 28, 2024
New 'Street Fighter' Movie Set for 2026 Release, Promises Fresh Cast and Storyline
  • Sony Pictures, in partnership with Legendary Pictures and Capcom, is set to release a new live-action 'Street Fighter' movie on March 20, 2026.

  • The film will feature a fresh cast and storyline, aiming to improve upon previous unsuccessful adaptations.

  • The plot will center around iconic characters battling the evil M. Bison.

  • Despite the popularity of the 'Street Fighter' game franchise, past film versions have struggled critically and commercially.

  • The new adaptation will face competition from Amazon MGM Studios' 'Project Hail Mary' at the box office.

  • Legendary Pictures acquired the franchise's film rights in 2023, and the project is currently searching for a director.

  • The movie hopes to replicate the success of other video game adaptations like 'Mortal Kombat' and 'Super Mario Bros. Movie.'

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