Street Fighter Reboot: New Director Announced

Legendary Entertainment has chosen Kitao Sakurai, the writer, director, and executive producer behind the comedic series The Eric Andre Show, to helm their upcoming Street Fighter film adaptation, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Capcom is heavily involved in this new adaptation, which is slated for release on March 20, 2026.

This marks another attempt to bring the iconic fighting game franchise to the silver screen, following the 1994 film starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Ming-Na Wen, and the late Raul Julia – a cult classic despite mixed initial critical reception.

While casting details remain under wraps, fans can anticipate seeing their favorite Street Fighter characters grace the screen. The project initially saw Danny and Michael Philippou (directors of Talk to Me) attached, but they left last summer. Sakurai's involvement suggests a potential shift towards a more absurdist comedic tone, a prospect that excites fans who appreciate the game's cartoonish elements.

In the meantime, players can enjoy the latest installment in the franchise, Street Fighter 6, recently updated with the addition of Mai Shiranui. Read our full review of Street Fighter 6 here.