Streets of Rage movie hires Sonic writers and The Harder They Fall director

Lionsgate has hired the writers of the "Sonic" movies to pen the "Streets of Rage" film adaptation. Jeymes Samuel, director of "The Harder They Fall," will direct the video game adaptation. The film aims to capture the game's action and music. The "Streets of Rage" franchise originated in the 1990s and is known for its beat 'em up gameplay and electronic soundtrack.