Resident Evil Reboot Director Confirms One Major Change (But It Makes Sense)

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Fans of “Resident Evil” might be taken aback when the reboot is released in theaters, as director Zach Cregger, known for his work in horror films, has shared some insights about what the reboot will offer. In a chat with Inverse to promote “Weapons,” Cregger expressed his fondness for the video games but also highlighted that while his reboot will diverge from the games, it will still respect and uphold their storyline. The announcement in September 2024 revealed Cregger as the director of the “Resident Evil” reboot, leading fans to anticipate a new installment with characters from the games, particularly Leon. However, Cregger has clarified that his reboot won’t focus on Leon’s story.

As a devoted film enthusiast and ardent fan of these iconic games, let me assure you that Zach Cregger’s reboot will be an homage to the games we all cherish, while simultaneously offering something fresh for fans to savor. In his own words, “Rest assured, this isn’t a rule-breaking endeavor.” He went on to explain, “I am a devout admirer of these games, so I’m crafting a story that serves as a heartfelt tribute to them, while adhering to their rules.” He further clarified, “This reboot is faithful to the lore of the games, but it tells a new tale. Leon’s story has already been beautifully told within the games, so I’m not planning to retell it. Instead, fans will have something new and exciting to look forward to.

The movie series known as “Resident Evil” has gone through several transformations throughout the years; among these adaptations, the ones that stand out are the films featuring Milla Jovovich, who portrays Alice – a character exclusively created for the movies. She appeared in six films altogether, starting with the 2002 release of “Resident Evil”, followed by “Resident Evil: Apocalypse”, “Resident Evil: Extinction”, “Resident Evil: Afterlife”, “Resident Evil: Retribution”, and “Resident Evil: The Final Chapter”. Despite the fact that these films did not adhere strictly to the popular video games, they managed to generate a decent income for Sony, with the initial film grossing $102.98 million worldwide on an estimated budget of $33 million. Over the years, the franchise served as a moderate money-maker, but its earnings at the box office took a hit with “Resident Evil: The Final Chapter”, which earned only $26 million domestically.

Although facing initial setbacks, Sony persisted with a more authentic game adaptation titled “Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City,” but the movie flopped at the box office, earning a low 30% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Undeterred, Sony pursued success through various avenues. They launched a Netflix series that loosely followed the game characters, yet didn’t closely adhere to the franchise. Now, with Cregger attached to a new “Resident Evil” reboot, there’s hope for fans to finally enjoy a film based on the video game series they love, even if iconic characters like Leon or Jill aren’t present. Given its vast collection of games and accompanying lore, Cregger has a wealth of material to pull from in his upcoming production.

For those not acquainted with Cregger’s resume, you can first watch “Barbarian” on Netflix, and then head to theaters to catch the recently released “Weapons”, boasting a remarkable 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on two-hundred reviews.

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2025-08-10 01:14