The nightmare has officially begun.
Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil stormed Philippine cinemas with a monstrous PHP 10,427,530 nationwide on its first day, marking the biggest opening day for the Resident Evil franchise in the Philippines.
Adding another win to its opening-day haul, the film also dethroned Insidious: Out of the Further, ending the horror title’s four-week streak as the biggest film in the country.
For horror fans ready to experience the terror for themselves, watch the official trailer here:
Critics Are Raving About “Resident Evil”
The new Resident Evil is not only making noise at the box office. Critics are also showering the film with praise.
The movie currently boasts a 97% Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the critics deeming:
Not only are some calling this easily the best Resident Evil movie, but also one of the best films based on a video game ever.
The Wrap calls Resident Evil “Zach Cregger’s best film” yet, writing:
An incredible movie, Austin Abrams is an incredible leading man, and Zach Cregger cements his credibility as a modern master of horror.
Meanwhile, Deadline praises Austin Abrams’ performance, describing the film as his “star-is-born breakout role.”
Nerdist also highlights how Cregger captures the spirit of the original video games, writing:
“Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil is like watching what it feels like to play a video game.”
One Terrifying Night Begins
From the mind of visionary filmmaker Zach Cregger, the director behind Weapons and Barbarian, comes a thrilling and terrifying reinvention of the iconic Resident Evil franchise.
Set within an all-new story, Resident Evil follows Bryan, played by Austin Abrams, a medical courier who unwittingly finds himself trapped in a relentless race for survival. As one horrifying night spirals into chaos, Bryan must fight his way through an increasingly dangerous nightmare where survival is anything but guaranteed.
Packed with tension, action, and chilling surprises, the film brings a fresh perspective to the long-running survival-horror franchise while paying tribute to the atmosphere that made the original games unforgettable.
“Resident Evil” Is Now Showing in Philippine Cinemas
Get ready for one heart-stopping night.
Resident Evil is now showing in Philippine cinemas, including IMAX and 4DX.
From TriStar Pictures, Constantin Film, and Davis Films, Resident Evil opens nationwide on September 18, 2026. Distributed locally by Columbia Pictures PH.
Directed by: Zach Cregger
Written by: Zach Cregger and Shay Hatten
Produced by: Robert Kulzer, Zach Cregger, Roy Lee, Miri Yoon, Victor Hadida, Asad Qizilbash, and Carter Swan
Executive Producers: Oliver Berben, Richard Wright, and Robert Bernacchi
Cast: Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser
