Resident Evil is a survival-horror/action film and a fresh reinvention of Capcom’s iconic video-game franchise, directed by Zach Cregger (Barbarian, Weapons) and written by Cregger and Shay Hatten. The film stars Austin Abrams as Bryan, alongside Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser. Rather than continuing the earlier Milla Jovovich-led film series, this is an all-new story that follows Bryan, a medical courier who becomes caught in a terrifying outbreak and is forced into a desperate fight for survival as chaos engulfs the city. The film hit theatres on September 18, 2026, with Sony and Constantin Film backing the reboot.
Record-Breaking North American Opening
Resident Evil generated considerable expectations among horror and franchise fans, with Cregger’s previous work on Barbarian adding to the anticipation. The film received strong early critical and audience response. TheWrap reported a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score ahead of release, describing the reception as the strongest yet for a Resident Evil film.
That enthusiasm translated into box office success. The movie collected $8.8 million from Thursday previews before opening day. It went on to record a $26.3 million domestic opening day, setting a new franchise record and putting the film on course for a projected $53–55 million domestic opening weekend, with industry estimates pointing towards a possible $60 million-plus debut.
Resident Evil India Box Office Collection
In India, Resident Evil opened to a solid start. The film collected ₹2.60 crore net on Day 1 and grew to ₹3.20 crore net on Saturday, showing positive momentum through the weekend.
| Day | India Net | India Gross |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹2.60 Cr | — |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹3.20 Cr | — |
| Total (2 Days) | ₹5.80 Cr | ₹6.93 Cr |
Early Sunday figures were still developing at the time of reporting, with the India net standing at approximately ₹5.84 crore. The film’s horror-action blend and strong franchise recognition helped drive opening weekend footfalls across major cities.
Worldwide Performance Still Developing
Final international figures are still developing, with major box-office databases currently showing only the reported domestic haul rather than a complete worldwide tally. The Numbers currently lists $26.3 million worldwide, corresponding to the reported domestic figure, while overseas grosses are yet to be populated in its database. The film’s performance across international markets will determine whether this Resident Evil reboot can establish a new benchmark for the franchise globally.
