Exciting Developments for Resident Evil Enthusiasts!
Great news is on the horizon for fans of the Resident Evil franchise! A brand-new film is in the pipeline, sparking a competitive race among major studios to acquire the rights. This fresh reboot will be directed by Zach Cregger, who gained recognition for his impressive work on the horror film, Barbarian.
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Cregger’s approach to the Resident Evil movie intends to reconnect the series with its horror foundations while remaining faithful to the core of the original video games. This direction marks a welcome shift from past adaptations, particularly the 2021 film Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City, which struggled to connect with fans. Previous entries in the franchise largely revolved around the character Alice, portrayed by Milla Jovovich, often neglecting the original game’s narrative.
While Sony’s Screen Gems was the distributor for earlier Resident Evil films, the rights for this new venture are currently open for bidding, thanks to Cregger’s rising profile in Hollywood. Following the success of Barbarian and the much-anticipated Weapons, major players like Warner Bros. and Netflix are reportedly vying to obtain the rights to this new Resident Evil installment.
Warner Bros. might hold a strategic edge in this bidding war, having previously secured the rights to Cregger’s film, Weapons. Meanwhile, Netflix has already made its mark in the Resident Evil universe with both a live-action series and various animated features.
In related Resident Evil news, Paul W.S. Anderson, the director behind the first six films in the series, is currently developing an adaptation of Sega’s House of the Dead. Additionally, a documentary exploring George Romero’s unreleased Resident Evil film has recently debuted.
For those eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the Resident Evil saga, there’s plenty to be excited about in the near future. Keep an eye out for more updates on this thrilling project!
