Box Office: ‘Resident Evil’ Breaks Franchise Records With $60 Million Opening Weekend

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What happened

“Weapons” director Zach Cregger has electrified the box office again, this time with his take on “Resident Evil.” His reboot of the ’90s zombie video game has collected $60 million in its opening weekend.

Key facts

  • “Weapons” director Zach Cregger has electrified the box office again, this time with his take on “Resident Evil.” His reboot of the ’90s zombie video game has collected $60 million in its opening weekend.
  • Reported by Variety and published Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:42:27 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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  7. ‘Resident Evil’ Bites Off $60M at Box Office for Zach Cregger’s Biggest Opening Yet

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