Sony Secures Resident Evil Reboot Directed by Barbarian's Zach Cregger

The new film, set for a September 2026 release, aims to return the franchise to its horror roots under the direction of acclaimed filmmaker Zach Cregger.

Sony won a competitive bidding war to retain the rights to the Resident Evil film franchise, which has grossed over $1.2 billion globally.
Zach Cregger, known for his breakout horror film Barbarian, will direct and co-write the reboot alongside Shay Hatten, a writer for the John Wick series.
The film is scheduled for theatrical release on September 18, 2026, with production expected to begin by summer 2025.
The reboot is described as a fresh take focused on staying faithful to the original Capcom video games, emphasizing the franchise's horror roots.
PlayStation Productions and Constantin Film will co-produce the movie, marking a significant collaboration between Sony's gaming and film divisions.

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