New Resident Evil Film Heads for Franchise-Record Opening as Critics Praise It Highly

The new Resident Evil film from director Zach Cregger could deliver the biggest opening in the history of the film franchise. According to current estimates, it is expected to gross more than $80 million worldwide during its first weekend, which would set a new franchise record.

The early reviews look even more promising. The film currently has a 96% positive rating from 109 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, meaning critics have responded extremely well to this new take on Resident Evil. The audience score is not yet available.

The film is directed by Zach Cregger, the director of the horror films Barbarian and Weapons, who has now been given the opportunity to reimagine one of the best-known horror brands in gaming. Based on the early reactions, he appears to have delivered not only a commercially appealing film but also a much better-received adaptation than the Resident Evil series has been used to in the past.

If the box office estimates hold true, the new Resident Evil will combine a record opening weekend with very strong reviews, which is a very positive sign for the film franchise's future.