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Cregger’s 'Resident Evil' Defies Fan Expectations with Nihilistic Ending and Record Box Office

Zach Cregger’s new 'Resident Evil' film has become a commercial and critical success, debuting with a franchise-record $26.3 million domestic opening. The movie, starring Austin Abrams as an original character named Bryan, diverges significantly from the source material by ignoring legacy characters and delivering a bleak, nihilistic ending. While critics praise its faithful translation of the game’s survival mechanics, fans have criticized the lack of fan service. Physical media preorders are now available, and Cregger has indicated potential for future sequels despite the abrupt conclusion.