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Zach Cregger's 'Resident Evil' is now available for digital purchase and rental, following a worldwide box office run exceeding $400 million. The film, which stars Austin Abrams as a medical courier in Raccoon City, has become the highest-grossing entry in the franchise's history. While it remains in select theaters, it is expected to arrive on Netflix in early 2027.
Zach Cregger's 'Resident Evil' reboot has crossed the $400 million global box office threshold, becoming the highest-grossing film in the 24-year-old horror franchise. The movie earned $157.4 million in North America and $242.6 million overseas, surpassing the 2016 entry 'Resident Evil: The Final Chapter.' It also ranks as Cregger's biggest film to date, exceeding the worldwide totals of 'Barbarian' and 'Weapons.'
Sony’s Resident Evil reclaimed the global box office top spot in its fourth week, driven by a massive $40.6M China opening that pushed its total to $320.2M, making it Zach Cregger’s highest-grossing film. Universal’s horror Other Mommy defied poor reviews with a $45.1M global debut, while Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning bombed with a $9M worldwide opening.
Zach Cregger's new 'Resident Evil' film, starring Austin Abrams as courier Bryan, abandons the franchise's iconic heroes for a gritty, survival-horror narrative. Set during the Raccoon City outbreak, the movie focuses on the mechanics of the games—scarcity, fear, and escalating chaos—rather than traditional action tropes. Critics praise its fidelity to the source material's anxiety, while some fans criticize the lack of familiar characters like Leon or Claire.
Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence has signed to star in 'The Flood,' a new science-fiction thriller directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger. The film is set for release on August 11, 2028, under the New Line Cinema banner. Cregger, known for 'Weapons' and 'Resident Evil,' describes the project as an original idea inspired by a viewing of 'Ad Astra' and influenced by '2001: A Space Odyssey.' Amblin Entertainment is producing the film alongside Vertigo Entertainment. Plot details remain under wraps, but the project marks a significant shift for Cregger from horror to sci-fi.
Jennifer Lawrence has signed to star in 'The Flood,' a new science-fiction thriller directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger. The film, which reunites the duo after their work on 'Weapons,' is set for release on August 11, 2028, under the New Line Cinema banner. While plot details remain under wraps, Cregger has cited '2001: A Space Odyssey' as a key influence, describing the project as a 'thrilling horror movie about human nature.'
Jennifer Lawrence has signed to star in 'The Flood,' a science-fiction thriller directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger. The film is set for release on August 11, 2028, and marks the second collaboration between the Oscar-winning actress and the director following their work on 'Weapons.'
Jennifer Lawrence has signed to star in 'The Flood,' a science-fiction thriller directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger. The film is set for release on August 11, 2028, and marks the second collaboration between the Oscar-winning actress and the director following their work on 'Weapons.'
Jennifer Lawrence has signed on to star in 'The Flood,' a science-fiction thriller directed, written, and produced by Zach Cregger. The film is set for release on August 11, 2028, and marks the second collaboration between the Oscar-winning actress and the director following their work on 'Weapons.'
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil reboot has become a massive commercial success, surpassing $100 million in domestic ticket sales after just two weeks. The film has broken the previous franchise record for domestic earnings, which stood at $60 million for the 2010 entry Resident Evil: Afterlife. Globally, the movie has grossed $196.5 million against a $75 million production budget. While critics and audiences praise the film's unique approach to the source material, some fans remain divided over its lack of traditional characters and lore. The film's success has sparked speculation about a sequel, though Cregger has stated he is finished with the franchise.
Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil adaptation has become a box-office smash, earning $60 million in its opening weekend, but critics and fans are divided over its tone. While the film is praised for its tight 95-minute runtime and effective translation of video game mechanics into cinema, it faces backlash for excluding legacy characters and delivering a nihilistic, fatalistic ending that subverts the franchise’s traditional survival themes.
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.
Zach Cregger changed the ending of 'Resident Evil' by keeping the cure in play until the final moment, transforming a straightforward slasher into a suspenseful ticking-clock sequence. The film has since become a massive commercial success, shattering franchise records with a $60 million opening weekend.
Zach Cregger's 'Resident Evil' reboot has become the franchise's highest-grossing and best-reviewed entry, earning $60 million in its opening weekend. Austin Abrams defends the film's controversial ending, where his character dies and transforms into a monster, arguing that the tragic conclusion is a bold artistic risk. While critics praise the film's fidelity to the source material and Abrams's performance, some reviewers note the abrupt conclusion and mixed tonal shifts between horror and comedy.
Zach Cregger’s new 'Resident Evil' has become the highest-grossing film in the franchise’s history, earning $108.3 million in its opening weekend. The film outperformed the original 2002 movie’s entire theatrical run and solidified Cregger’s status as a top-tier Hollywood director. The success is attributed to a faithful adaptation of the video game, strong critical reception, and a star performance by Austin Abrams.