The Era of the Remake is in full swing, with numerous classic movies being reimagined for modern audiences. However, there is one film that many believe should never be remade – the iconic Street Fighter. The 1994 film, directed by Steven E de Souza and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Kylie Minogue, is considered a masterpiece of the 20th century that should not be touched. Yet, despite this, Legendary, in collaboration with Capcom, has announced that they will be releasing a new Street Fighter movie on March 20, 2026.
While some may argue that the 2009 adaptation, Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun Li, was even worse than the original, it failed to live up to expectations and was not the start of a successful movie franchise. With a Metascore of 17, it pales in comparison to the 1994 version. It’s almost comical that 20th Century Fox chose the director of the Doom movie to helm the project, considering the disastrous outcome.
Now, as Legendary prepares for a third attempt at bringing the world of Street Fighter to the big screen, fans are left wondering who will be involved in the project. Will the original director and cast return for another round, or will new faces take on the challenge? As of now, no names have been confirmed for the upcoming movie, leaving room for speculation and dreamcasting.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the new Street Fighter movie, one thing is for certain – fans are hoping for the best, but expecting the worst. The legacy of the original film is a tough act to follow, and many are skeptical that any remake could do it justice. Only time will tell if Legendary can capture the magic of Street Fighter once again, or if they will fall short like their predecessors. In the meantime, fans can only wait with bated breath for more news on this highly-anticipated project.
