Composers Released New Version of Guile’s Theme
Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson updated the iconic track for the upcoming Street Fighter motion picture soundtrack.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Action/Adventure
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Composers Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson have released a new orchestral and electric guitar arrangement of Guile’s Theme. This track is featured on the official soundtrack for the upcoming Street Fighter film.
Why it matters
Birenberg and Robinson cite the original video game music as a major influence on their professional musical identities. Their reimagining brings a modern sonic approach to the classic Street Fighter theme.
The soundtrack features 2 original songs written by the band HEALTH alongside the original score. The film and its accompanying musical album are scheduled for release on Oct. 16, 2026.
The players
Leo Birenberg
He is a professional composer who collaborated with Zach Robinson on the film's musical score.
Zach Robinson
He is a composer who worked alongside Leo Birenberg to create the new version of Guile's Theme.
HEALTH
This is a musical band that contributed two original songs to the Street Fighter motion picture soundtrack.
Milan Records
This organization serves as the official distributor for the Street Fighter original motion picture soundtrack.
The details
The soundtrack, distributed by Milan Records, blends orchestral arrangements with electric guitar to modernize the classic Street Fighter sound. The upcoming film, which is set in 1993, features actors Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, and Callina Liang.
Timeline
The story is set in 1993.
The film and soundtrack will be released on Oct. 16, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The soundtrack highlights how film scores are increasingly utilizing modern rock bands to bridge the gap between retro gaming nostalgia and contemporary cinematic trends. This release follows a pattern of major film adaptations incorporating iconic melodies to appeal to long-time franchise fans.
Listeners can expect the new track to be available alongside the full motion picture soundtrack when it is released on Oct. 16, 2026. The film itself will also premiere in theaters on that same date.
The takeaway
Revisiting classic gaming themes allows modern composers to connect legacy audience nostalgia with new cinematic storytelling. Fans can look forward to seeing how these updated arrangements complement the film's 1993 setting when it arrives in theaters.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Billboard.
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