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Box Office Battle: Street Fighter vs Mortal Kombat
3 Mar
Summary
- Street Fighter (1994) grossed $99.4 million globally.
- Mortal Kombat (1995) earned $122 million worldwide.
- Upcoming films face tough competition from franchise history.
The cinematic rivalry between the Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat franchises is set for a resurgence in 2026, igniting fan excitement and anticipation for their upcoming releases. A retrospective analysis of their past box office earnings provides context for this ongoing competition.
The original Street Fighter film, released in 1994 and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, achieved a global gross of $99.4 million. A later reboot, 'Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li' (2009), starring Kristin Kreuk, garnered significantly less, with a worldwide total of $12.7 million.
Conversely, Mortal Kombat's first live-action adaptation in 1995 proved highly successful, earning $122 million globally. This was followed by 'Mortal Kombat: Annihilation' in 1997, which collected $51.3 million. The 2021 reboot also contributed to the franchise's box office presence, earning $84.4 million.
With new entries anticipated, the historical financial performances suggest Mortal Kombat may have an edge. The upcoming Mortal Kombat sequel, featuring Karl Urban, is poised to challenge Street Fighter's new installment, which boasts a star-studded cast including Roman Reigns and Jason Momoa. Both franchises possess significant potential to draw audiences to theaters.
