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Here Are The Highest-Grossing Resident Evil Movies Ever, And The New One Isn’t No. 1
The latest Resident Evil movie directed by Zach Cregger ranks third in box office gross, earning approximately $250 million worldwide. It trails behind Resident Evil: Afterlife ($300 million) and the top-grossing Resident Evil: The Final Chapter ($312 million), both directed by Paul W.S. Anderson. While Cregger's film is the highest-grossing domestically, its global performance may improve with its release in China.
Resident Evil Movie Demolishes Franchise Record After Just Two Weekends
The recent Resident Evil movie, directed by Zach Cregger, has achieved a new franchise record by surpassing $100 million domestically in just two weekends. This success follows its previous record for the biggest opening weekend. Globally, the film has grossed $196.5 million against a $75 million budget, outperforming previous entries like Resident Evil: Afterlife and Resident Evil: The Final Chapter.
Resident Evil Movies Were On Ice Until Zach Cregger Came Along
The development of a new Resident Evil movie was put on hold by Constantin Films after the poor performance of "Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City." Director Zach Cregger approached the company with a new vision for the film, which was more aligned with the games and impressed studio leadership.
Resident Evil Film Director Discusses Similarities With the Games in New Featurette
Director Zach Cregger discussed his deep admiration for the Resident Evil games and how their elements, such as environmental progression and item acquisition, have inspired the new film. While the movie tells an original story within the Resident Evil universe, Cregger emphasized its loyalty to the games' lore and tone, stating it's a "love letter" to the franchise. Constantin Film CEO Oliver Berbin also highlighted the opportunity for a new generation of storytellers to reimagine the IP.
Check out the trailer for the Resident Evil film reboot
A trailer has been released for a new Resident Evil film reboot produced by Constantin Film, which aims for a more contained and terrifying reinvention of the franchise. Directed by Zach Cregger, the film moves away from previous installments' focus on Milla Jovovich's character and CGI, instead featuring a story about a medical courier encountering a zombie horde. The movie is scheduled for release in IMAX this September.
Resident Evil Reboot Film Teaser Trailer Debuts, Hits Theaters on September 18th
Sony Pictures has released the first teaser trailer for Zach Cregger's live-action Resident Evil film, set to premiere on September 18th. The movie, starring Austin Abrams as protagonist Bryan, will feature an original story that serves as a love letter to the games without directly adapting their plots. The trailer showcases Bryan's struggle for survival against zombies in a desolate, snow-covered town.
Resident Evil Film Reboot Got Positive Response at a Test Screening – Rumor
A test screening for Zach Cregger's upcoming live-action Resident Evil film reboot reportedly went well, according to insider Daniel Richtman. While details remain scarce, director Cregger has stated the film will be a "love letter" to the games, following their lore while telling an original story. The movie is a reboot, produced by PlayStation Productions and Constantin Film.
