The Resident Evil box office numbers are in, and the reboot is off to a strong start. According to weekend estimates, Zach Cregger’s take on the survival-horror franchise opened to roughly $60 million domestically. Worldwide, the film is tracking near $108.3 million.
What the Resident Evil box office estimates show
The reported domestic figure covers the September 18–20 opening frame. If those estimates hold, the debut ranks as the biggest in the franchise’s history. Notably, it also marks a career-best opening for director Zach Cregger, whose previous horror hit Barbarian opened far smaller.
Still, these are early projections. Studios report estimates on Sunday, and actual totals arrive on Monday. As a result, the final numbers could shift up or down by a few million.
Why the opening matters
For years, the live-action Resident Evil series leaned on the Milla Jovovich films. This reboot resets that history with a new cast and a new tone. Consequently, a franchise-best opening gives the relaunch real momentum.
Of course, the Resident Evil name carries weight. Capcom’s game series has sold tens of millions of copies since 1996, and its zombies, mansions, and bio-horror have defined the genre for decades. That built-in recognition gives any adaptation a head start.
Cregger has also become a name horror fans trust. After Barbarian and Weapons, this reboot cements his run as one of the genre’s most bankable directors. Because of that track record, the studio’s confidence in the project makes sense. Moreover, a horror franchise led by a proven filmmaker is a safer bet than most.
The strong debut also fits a broader trend. Video-game adaptations keep drawing crowds, and horror continues to overperform in the fall. In short, the studio picked a smart release window. For more context, revisit our early look at the reboot.
Meanwhile, expect the conversation to continue as second-weekend holds reveal whether audiences stick with it. Ultimately, word of mouth will decide how far the Resident Evil box office run climbs.
Source: Variety
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