Resident Evil Passes $225 Million Worldwide as Digger Bombs and Verity Leads

Resident Evil worldwide momentum shows no sign of slowing. Sunday estimates put the horror hit above $225 million globally after its third weekend. Meanwhile, the weekend’s new releases told very different stories.

Where Resident Evil stands worldwide

The reboot keeps climbing. Crossing $225 million worldwide marks another milestone for the franchise. As a result, the film continues to overperform well into its run.

Its staying power is notable. Horror films often fade fast after opening, yet Resident Evil keeps holding screens. Consequently, it has become one of the fall’s most durable hits.

How the new releases fared

The newcomers split sharply. Verity led the domestic debuts with an estimated $32.6 million. Notably, that gives the adaptation a strong start.

Digger, on the other hand, struggled badly. It opened to just $8 million domestically and about $20 million globally. Therefore, its launch counts as a major disappointment.

That contrast makes the weekend interesting. One new release connected with audiences, while another failed to find them. Meanwhile, a sturdy holdover quietly outpaced expectations.

For Resident Evil, the numbers cement its success. A $225 million global haul is a genuine win for the reboot. So the franchise’s big-screen gamble continues to pay off.

It is worth noting these are estimates. Sunday figures arrive before final totals are confirmed. Still, the overall picture is clear enough.

The results also test some industry assumptions. A star-driven release underperformed, while an adaptation and a horror holdover thrived. Consequently, studios will be studying this weekend closely.

For audiences, the takeaway is simpler. There is still strong appetite for the right movie in theaters. Meanwhile, Resident Evil proves horror can carry a long run.

Ultimately, the weekend offered a mix of triumph and trouble. Resident Evil supplied the biggest milestone of the bunch. For more, see our Resident Evil coverage.

Source: TheWrap