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Return of the Street Fighter 1974

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Status
Released
Runtime
83 minutes
Director
Shigehiro Ozawa
Network
Toei Company
Where to Stream
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Return of the Street Fighter" (1974). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.

Type
Film
Year
1974
Status
Released
Runtime
83 minutes
Release date
Apr 27, 1974
Original language
JA
Origin
Japan
Studios
Toei Company
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 99 votes
Episode runtime
~83 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Toei Company
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Return of the Street Fighter" (1974).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventions/guesses (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Return of the Street Fighter.
Japanese Title: Satsujin-ken 2 (殺人拳2).
UK Title: Blood of the Dragon.
Release Year: 1974.
US Release Date: 12/03/1975.
Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Martial Arts.
Director: Shigehiro Ozawa.
Cast: Sonny Chiba (also listed as Shin'ichi Chiba), Yōko Ichiji, Masashi Ishibashi, Claude Gagnon.
Plot:
Sequel to "Street Fighter" (or "The Street Fighter").
Martial artist Takuma Tsurugi returns.
Tsurugi takes on a Yakuza family suspected of embezzling charity money to finance operations.
Police and Yakuza both battle Tsurugi.
Tsurugi concentrates his fight on the mob.
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“A gripping exploration of action and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Return of the Street Fighter worth watching?

Return of the Street Fighter holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 99 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Crime for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Return of the Street Fighter and when was it released?

Return of the Street Fighter is a feature film with a runtime of 83 minutes. It was released in 1974. Release status: Released.

Who directed Return of the Street Fighter?

Return of the Street Fighter was directed by Shigehiro Ozawa.

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