Kitao Sakurai says Street Fighter sequel in development, hinges on first film
Director Kitao Sakurai confirmed a sequel to the upcoming Street Fighter movie is being discussed, but its future depends on audience support for the first film.
Director Kitao Sakurai has confirmed that a sequel to the upcoming Street Fighter movie is being discussed and developed. According to movieweb.com, Sakurai said the follow-up depends on how audiences respond to and support the first film's vision.
Akuma appears in the promotional teasers for the upcoming Street Fighter movie. The film is scheduled for release on October 16, 2026.
The upcoming film's premise is heavily based on the Street Fighter II games, including 1991's The World Warrior, and is produced by Legendary Pictures. Akuma first secretly debuted in Super Street Fighter II Turbo as an alternative final boss.
Past live-action adaptation
The 1994 live-action Street Fighter movie starred Jean-Claude Van Damme and abandoned the dark source material for a cheesy spy thriller plot.
Quick answers
When is the Street Fighter movie release date?
The film is scheduled for release on October 16, 2026.
Is a Street Fighter sequel confirmed?
Director Kitao Sakurai confirmed that a sequel is being discussed and developed, but it depends on how audiences respond to and support the first film's vision.