Action-Adventure Legendary/Capcom developing Street Fighter film

[Pennywise]

‘Streetfigther’: Film & TV rights secured by Legendary Pictures – Deadline

Legendary Entertainment has secured an exclusive license to the live-action film and television rights for the iconic Capcom video game franchise Street Fighter.

All projects will be co-developed and produced in conjunction with Capcom, including the feature film in development.

 

[Loden Greatstorm]

Best news I've heard all day!

 

[Pennywise]

Here’s hoping Joey Ansah and Christian Howard become involved, but that might not be likely. Assassin’s Fist was really good! Was bummed out World Warrior never happened.

 

[Still Wynning]

‘Streetfigther’: Film & TV rights secured by Legendary Pictures – Deadline

Legendary Pictures has a pretty decent track record with the things they’ve released, so I’m intrigued by this. Also, the fact that they’re doing film and television tells me they definitely have some plans for what they want to do with this property. It’s whomever they get to direct this is what will make or break this. Getting talent like Chad Stahelski or somebody like him who knows how to direct great action, make memorable characters and do some great world-building would definitely be a great get for something like this.

We’ll see how it goes. My interest is piqued.

 

[Pennywise]

I’m definitely interested to see how this develops!

 

[Arachnerd]

Whoever they get for M.Bison will never top Raul Julia.

 

[Pennywise]

Legendary should have announced this on a Tuesday! Missed opportunity there!

 

[Stringer]

Someone from the Chad Stahelski tree would be ideal for this.

 

[-Arya-]

Do Tekken next and then SF vs Tekken.

 

[Iceman]

Awesome! I hope they’re taking this seriously and trying to make it as good as possible. Sounds a bit much to ask or a fighting game property but I’ll remain hopeful.

 

[Pennywise]

Here’s hoping the project actually comes to fruition and doesn’t end up in development hell.

 

[Iceman]

Here’s hoping the project actually comes to fruition and doesn’t end up in development hell.

After TLOU and hopefully Mario blowing up the box office next week, maybe the minds of film/show execs will change a bit towards video game material and they'll start taking it a bit more seriously.

 

[Pennywise]

After TLOU and hopefully Mario blowing up the box office next week, maybe the minds of film/show execs will change a bit towards video game material and they'll start taking it a bit more seriously.

Fingers crossed that happens!

 

[Still Wynning]

Someone from the Chad Stahelski tree would be ideal for this.

Maybe get somebody like Sam Hargrave, who is directing the Extraction sequel. He clearly has a great eye for long takes, coherent action and clear geography. That would be absolutely perfect for something like Street Fighter.

 

[Shinobi Shaw]

I’m cautiously optimistic.

But nothing is ever topping Street Fighter 2 The Animated Movie or this moment in time:

 

[Pennywise]

Maybe get somebody like Sam Hargrave, who is directing the Extraction sequel. He clearly has a great eye for long takes, coherent action and clear geography. That would be absolutely perfect for something like Street Fighter.

When I saw Chris Hemsworth’s arm on fire and he was still punching henchman, I actually did “Shoryuken!”

In all seriousness, I’d be down for Hargave.

 

[LoganPool]

My first choice for Guile is Scott Adkins, but he may be too old. He'll probably be approaching 50 by the time filming starts.

 

[Iceman]

My first choice for Guile is Scott Adkins, but he may be too old. He'll probably be approaching 50 by the time filming starts.

I think he’d still have it in him. Still in great physical shape.

 

[Pennywise]

My first choice for Guile is Scott Adkins, but he may be too old. He'll probably be approaching 50 by the time filming starts.

I like this idea a lot.

I’ve always wondered how they translate Guile’s hair to live action.

 

[Iceman]

I’m cautiously optimistic.

But nothing is ever topping Street Fighter 2 The Animated Movie or this moment in time:
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I watched the animated movie every day for about 3 months when I first got hold of it. Sometimes more than once a day.

 

[Iceman]

I like this idea a lot.

I’ve always wondered how they translate Guile’s hair to live action.

At least half of the budget should to that.

 

[Shinobi Shaw]

I watched the animated movie every day for about 3 months when I first got hold of it. Sometimes more than once a day.

You and I both Ice. I still say Chun-Li vs Vega is the best fight in all of anime, to this very day.

 

[Pennywise]

I’m cautiously optimistic.

But nothing is ever topping Street Fighter 2 The Animated Movie or this moment in time:
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I also really love The Animated Movie as well, the opening fight with Ryu and Sagat was a great way to start the film, and that Hadouken! Still get chills!

 

[Iceman]

I also really love The Animated Movie as well, the opening fight with Ryu and Saget was a great way to start the film, and that Hadouken! Still get chills!

They totally nailed what I wanted from an animated SF film and also managed to get most of the characters in there, even Fei long, Dee Jay and T Hawk! I’m going to have to rewatch this asap now haha.

 

[Pennywise]

They totally nailed what I wanted from an animated SF film and also managed to get most of the characters in there, even Fei long, Dee Jay and T Hawk! I’m going to have to rewatch this asap now haha.

This and any TV shows would be awesome if they took any influence from the anime.

I wonder what game they would adapt first? Maybe SF with Ryu and Ken before going to the World Warrior.