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Street Fighter (2026 film)

Street Fighter (2026) is an upcoming martial arts film directed by Kitao Sakurai, serving as a reboot of the live-action adaptations of the popular Capcom video game franchise. Dalan Musson penned the script. The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Joe "Roman Reigns" Anoa'i, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Vidyut Jammwal, Eric André, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, and Jason Momoa.

April 2023: Legendary Entertainment Acquires Rights

In April 2023, Legendary Entertainment acquired the live-action film and television rights to the Street Fighter franchise, with Capcom co-producing the film.

April 2023: Legendary Acquires Rights From Capcom

In April 2023, Legendary Entertainment acquired the live-action film and television rights to the Street Fighter video game series from Capcom.

June 2024: Philippou Brothers Exit as Directors

In June 2024, Danny and Michael Philippou dropped out as directors of the Street Fighter film project.

November 2024: Legendary's Deal with Sony Expired

In November 2024, Legendary's distribution deal with Sony expired.

February 2025: Sakurai Hired as Director

In February 2025, Kitao Sakurai was hired as the director of the Street Fighter film.

May 2025: Actors in Talks to Join the Film

In May 2025, Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Jason Momoa, and Roman Reigns were in talks to join the cast of the Street Fighter film.

May 2025: Casting Negotiations Underway

In May 2025, casting negotiations began with Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Jason Momoa, and Roman Reigns for roles in the film.

August 2025: Paramount in Talks to Distribute

In August 2025, Paramount Pictures was in talks to distribute the Street Fighter film after signing a deal with Legendary.

August 2025: Principal Photography Begins

In August 2025, principal photography for the Street Fighter film commenced.

August 18, 2025: Principal Photography Begins in Australia

On August 18, 2025, principal photography for the Street Fighter film began in Australia under the working title Punch.

March 20, 2026: Original Release Date

Street Fighter was originally scheduled for release on March 20, 2026, by Sony Pictures Releasing.

October 16, 2026: Scheduled Release Date

Street Fighter is scheduled to be released in the United States by Paramount Pictures on October 16, 2026.