Steven Seagal returns to the big screen with Order of the Dragon, his first film in six years, scheduled to be released in 2026. The film will be directed by Vjekoslav Katusin, known for his recent work on Wrongful Death 2: Bloodlines, who promises that the movie will have a significant impact on the film industry. Katusin aims to revive the characteristic action style of the 80s and 90s, a golden era when Seagal was one of the most prominent stars of action cinema, although he never managed to rival names like Arnold Schwarzenegger or Sylvester Stallone.
A return to the spirit of the video store
The last two decades of Seagal’s career have been marked by unmemorable works that have solidified his nickname as the King of the Video Store. The criticism has been harsh, as many of his direct-to-DVD releases have been considered low quality. His latest film, Beyond the Law (2019), a thriller that failed to resonate in his filmography, is an example of this decline.
The cast of Order of the Dragon includes prominent actors in the martial arts genre, such as Michel Qissi, known for his role as Tong Po in Kickboxer, and Ron Smoorenburg. Although details about the plot are still scarce, the film is expected to feature intense action sequences, with a script designed to highlight these scenes.
Despite Seagal’s recent trajectory, the nostalgia for his action style and the director’s commitment to recapturing the essence of his best years have generated expectations among the actor’s followers. With Order of the Dragon, many hope that Seagal can reconnect with his legacy and revive his career in the action film industry.
