Kitao Sakurai Directs Anticipated Street Fighter Film

The live-action film adaptation of the classic video game 'Street Fighter' is now set to be directed by Kitao Sakurai, known for his work on 'The Eric Andre Show' and the film 'Bad Trip.' The movie, a collaboration between Legendary Entertainment and Capcom, is scheduled for release on March 20, 2026. Sakurai steps in after the departure of initial directors Danny and Michael Philippou due to scheduling conflicts. Capcom, aiming to avoid past adaptation failures like the 1994 and 2009 films, is deeply involved in the project. 'Street Fighter' remains a highly influential franchise in the gaming world, with the latest installment, 'Street Fighter 6,' winning Best Fighting Game at the 2023 Game Awards. The new film is expected to feature the iconic one-on-one battles from the game series.