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The Ending Of Street Fighter (2026) Explained
Akuma kills Joe before Ryu embraces his dark side and defeats him, while the mid-credits scene leaves Bison’s forces with Akuma for a sequel.
Street Fighter arrived in theaters this week, tracking for a total opening haul of $60 to $70 million. The 2026 film marks the third live-action incarnation of the popular video game franchise.
Director Kitao Sakurai's film centers on Shadaloo dictator M. Bison holding a World Warrior tournament to lure Ryu. Bison intends to drain Ryu's rare "Hado Power" to increase his own fighting abilities.
Viewers expressed frustration with the abrupt finale, as content creator @AxelTalksFilm wrote, "This movie ends just as it's about to head into the climax in the most unbelievably abrupt way ever."
Director Kitao Sakurai revealed that development on Street Fighter 2 is underway. "It's something that we're thinking about and developing," Sakurai explained, though he remains cautious about making promises.
The film's animated mid-credit scene suggests Sagat may appear in future installments. Bison and his dolls have escaped with Akuma, establishing clear battle lines for a prospective rematch.