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Set Photos Reveal Snowy Raccoon City as Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil Films in Prague

The on-location images signal Cregger’s original, large‑scale take on the franchise, slated for theaters September 18, 2026.

Overview

  • Filming is underway in Prague, with local reporting noting night shoots in the Karlín district that featured snow, gunfire, explosions, and high‑speed driving from October 29 to November 2.
  • New images show a wintry Raccoon City with burned‑out cars, a police vehicle, and a city map recognizable to series fans.
  • Set details captured on location include an Oak Street Diner frontage and signage pointing to Central Station, echoing touches from past games.
  • Director Zach Cregger has said the film tells an entirely original story in the Resident Evil world, with commentary reported to place it within the milieu of Resident Evil 2 and 3 and closer in tone to 4.
  • Social posts highlighting the large‑scale action were shared by Residence of Evil, and separate coverage cites a September 18, 2026 theatrical release with Austin Abrams reported among the cast.