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Dream casting Street Fighter so Legendary studios won’t have to

By Michael Johnson

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 15: Capcom's "Street Fighter 5" is introduced during the Sony E3 press conference at the L.A. Memorial Sports Arena on June 15, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The Sony press conference is held in conjunction with the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) which focuses on gaming systems and interactive entertainment, featuring introductions to new products and technologies. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 15: Capcom's "Street Fighter 5" is introduced during the Sony E3 press conference at the L.A. Memorial Sports Arena on June 15, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The Sony press conference is held in conjunction with the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) which focuses on gaming systems and interactive entertainment, featuring introductions to new products and technologies. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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PARIS, FRANCE – FEBRUARY 18: A kid plays a video game “Street Fighter” developed by Capcom during an electronic video game tournament at the eSports World Convention (ESWC) on February 18, 2017 in Paris, France. The ESWC is the historic and emblematic event of electronic sports, bringing together every year since 2003 the best players in the world in video game tournaments designed as real live shows and broadcast live on the Internet or on television. 20 of the biggest American teams of Call of Duty will be present to compete in the tournament CWL Paris Open. Never had an event organized in Europe so much engaged the American eSport community. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)
PARIS, FRANCE – FEBRUARY 18: A kid plays a video game “Street Fighter” developed by Capcom during an electronic video game tournament at the eSports World Convention (ESWC) on February 18, 2017 in Paris, France. The ESWC is the historic and emblematic event of electronic sports, bringing together every year since 2003 the best players in the world in video game tournaments designed as real live shows and broadcast live on the Internet or on television. 20 of the biggest American teams of Call of Duty will be present to compete in the tournament CWL Paris Open. Never had an event organized in Europe so much engaged the American eSport community. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images) /

Street Fighter fans, get ready to rumble! The classic video game franchise is getting a new lease on life with a fresh remake, we have the cast for it.

The recent news of the Street Fighter film and TV rights being acquired by Legendary comes at a time when video game adaptations are experiencing a resurgence of success. With recent hits such as Paramount’s Sonic the Hedgehog, Sony’s Uncharted, and HBO’s The Last of Us, it’s clear that there is a demand for quality adaptations of beloved video game franchises.

Legendary, with its successful track record and distribution deal with Sony, is a studio with the credibility and resources to deliver a Street Fighter adaptation that could live up to fan expectations and attract a wider audience. It’s an exciting time for Street Fighter fans, and we can’t wait to see what Legendary has in store for this iconic franchise.

The first Street Fighter film starring Jean-Claude Van Damme was a cult classic, but it failed to capture the essence of the game’s characters and storyline. Meanwhile, Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li (2009) didn’t fare any better, with critics and fans panning it for its convoluted plot and wooden performances.

What we need to see from a Street Fighter movie

So, what can be done to make the new Street Fighter film a hit? Well, for starters, let’s focus on the original films’ blatant disrespect to the powers that exist.

Street Fighter‘s heroes have unique abilities that would typically require a big budget to bring to life on screen. However, a big budget doesn’t necessarily equate to a great movie. Instead, the focus should be on the characters and the story they tell. By treating their abilities as an embedded meta ability special to this world, the film can create a crime drama set in a fantasy world that will appeal to a wider audience. This approach will also avoid alienating fans who may be disappointed if their favorite characters or abilities are not represented accurately.

This can be done by focusing on the characters with the most depth —Chun-Li and Guile. By merging their storylines, we could have a plot that’s full of twists and turns, secret alliances, and a satisfying conclusion.

Imagine Chun-Li and Guile have both suffered losses at the hands of the evil M. Bison. Guile’s best friend was murdered by Shadaloo, while Chun-Li’s father was killed by the same organization. Initially, they are at odds, with Guile seeking revenge and Chun-Li working as a detective to bring Shadaloo to justice.

But as they work together to unravel the conspiracy, they start to realize that they have a common enemy in M. Bison. Along the way, they encounter other characters from the game, such as Ryu, Ken, and Dhalsim, who help them in their quest.

As they get closer to the truth, they discover that Bison is not just a criminal mastermind, but also a supernatural being with immense power. In a climactic battle, Chun-Li and Guile team up to take down Bison, using their combined strength and cunning to defeat him once and for all.

By prioritizing character development and storytelling over flashy special effects, a Street Fighter adaptation can be successful without breaking the bank.

As important are the characters. With a strong cast that can bring out the best of Street Fighter. So, let’s dive into some fan casting. Unfortunately, you won’t see E. Honda Akuma/Gouki, Blanka, and Dhalsim on this list, but there is one bonus character.

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