RESIDENT EVIL Reboot Director Promises Movie Will Feel Like the Games
The Resident Evil franchise has been a staple in the horror gaming world for decades, terrifying fans with everything from classic zombies to creepy mold-infected families.
Over the years, Hollywood has tried to adapt the series with mixed results. Now, Zach Cregger, the filmmaker behind Barbarian and the upcoming Weapons, is taking a swing at the franchise with a brand-new reboot.
While details about the new Resident Evil movie are still under wraps, it’s expected to start filming soon and hit theaters next fall. Fans have been curious about what direction Cregger will take, especially since previous adaptations have drifted far from the source material.
During an interview with ComicBook, Cregger opened up about why he wanted to take on the project—and his answer should get longtime fans hyped. The filmmaker said:
“Because I love the games. I played all of the games. I played Resident Evil 4 a hundred times through. I’m obsessed with it. And so, I just want to tell a story that feels like it’s honoring the experience you get when you play the games.
“I haven’t seen the movies, that’s just not my thing. But the games are my thing. That’s just a playground I just love….I think the movie is going to rip. I think it’s going to rip.”
It’s wild to think Cregger hasn’t seen any of the previous Resident Evil films, but honestly, that might work in his favor. The previous movies were financially successful, sure, but they were messy and often unrecognizable to fans of the games.
You can see Cregger passion for the series and there’s no doubt that he’s aiming to capture the real Resident Evil experience on the big screen.
He’s also hinted that while the movie will take some liberties with the lore, the goal is authenticity. Recent rumors suggest the story might take place on the outskirts of Raccoon City during the events of Resident Evil 2 and 3, as an outbreak plays a big part in the plot.
The new Resident Evil movie is set to hit theaters on September 18, 2026, and if Cregger’s enthusiasm is any indication, this could finally be the adaptation fans have been waiting for.