New Resident Evil Movie Coming in September 2026: What's Known?

Fans of Resident Evil can rejoice - in 2026, a new film based on the cult franchise will hit the big screen. After controversial adaptations, the project has a chance to return the horror classic to a worthy screen version. Let's look at all the known details!

🧟‍♂️ What is known about the new Resident Evil film?

• 📅 Release date: September 2026
• 🎬 Producer: Constantin Film, which owns the rights to the franchise
• ✍ Writer and director: have not yet been announced, but there are rumors that an experienced horror author will be working on the project
• 🔥 Will this be a reboot? Yes, the film promises to return to the roots of the original 1996 game

🎞️ What to expect from the plot?

The plot is still kept secret, but insiders report that the film will be closer to the classic games. This means:

• An atmosphere of horror and survival, not zombie action
• Focus on Spencer's mansion and the events of the first part
• A dark visual style, close to the remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 3

🎭 Who could play the main characters?

There is no official cast yet, but fans are actively discussing possible actors for the roles of Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine and Albert Wesker. It is quite possible that the studio will invite new, but talented actors, and not A-list stars.

📺 Will there be a connection to the series and past films?

Most likely, the new film will not be connected to the films of Paul Anderson or the Netflix series, since the franchise has decided to move away from action productions to classic horror.

🎮 Why is this important for fans?

After the failure of the film adaptation "Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City" in 2021, viewers are expecting a more serious and high-quality approach. Given the success of the remakes from Capcom, hopes for a decent film adaptation are quite high.

💭 Summary

The new Resident Evil promises to be a truly scary movie that will bring back the spirit of the original game. There are few details yet, but the idea of ​​a reboot gives hope. All that remains is to wait for new details and the first trailers! 🎬🧟‍♂️