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‘Resident Evil’ Feasting at Box Office as Zach Cregger’s Reboot Races Toward $55M Opening

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

What happened

Austin Abrams stars in Sony's video game adaptation that marks the year's best-reviewed horror title.

Key facts

  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:22:29 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

What to watch next

  • Confirmed release or premiere dates
  • Opening figures and audience reception
  • Follow-on deals or casting announcements

Coverage timeline

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  1. ‘Resident Evil’ Reviving Fall With $53M-$60M U.S. Opening: Best Ever For Zach Cregger & Franchise – Box Office Update

  2. ‘Resident Evil’s Austin Abrams Recalls “Harrowing” Stunt Shoot For Zach Cregger’s Video Game Adaptation: “You Don’t Wanna F*ck Up”

  3. ‘Resident Evil’ Feasting at Box Office as Zach Cregger’s Reboot Races Toward $55M Opening

  4. ‘Resident Evil’ Star Austin Abrams on His ‘Tragic’ Transformation, ‘Not Trying to Look Cool’ While Screaming and the One Scene He Wasn’t Allowed to Shoot

  5. Box Office: Zach Cregger’s ‘Resident Evil’ Scares Up $26 Million on Opening Day

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