The best horror video game saga in history returns to the big screen in an unrecognizable way

The new feature film ‘Resident Evil’, directed by Zach Cregger, has released its first trailer. Cregger, known for his work on ‘Barbarian’ and ‘Weapons’, promises an original approach that injects the characteristic WTF gene from his previous projects, ensuring an intensely terrifying cinematic experience filled with grotesque creatures.

Is it really Resident Evil?

Unlike its predecessor, ‘Welcome to Raccoon City’, which received polarized reviews, the new movie will take a different path by not being directly based on the characters and plots of the video game. Instead, Cregger has created a completely original story that will unfold parallel to the events of ‘Resident Evil 2’. While video game fans follow the adventures of Leon and Claire in the city, the narrative will focus on a new protagonist trying to survive on the outskirts of Raccoon City.

One of the most intriguing aspects is the incorporation of video game mechanics, which will reflect elements such as resource management and health. Viewers will be able to observe moments of key searching and the use of green herbs to heal wounds, emulating the gameplay of Capcom’s title. Cregger has emphasized that this film will not be a typical zombie adaptation, but will prioritize the horror caused by creatures mutated by the T Virus, maintaining a focus on progressive horror narrative.

The cast includes Austin Abrams, Zach Cherri, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser. ‘Resident Evil’ will hit theaters on September 18, 2026, and fans of the franchise are already eager to see how this new vision translates to the big screen.