Resident Evil 2026 Box Office Debut Outgrosses Two Franchise
The 2026 Resident Evil film has earned $108.3 million globally in its first three days, surpassing the total earnings of two previous franchise
The 2026 live-action Resident Evil film has become a major box office success in its opening weekend. Directed by Zach Cregger, the movie debuted on September 18 and immediately took the number one spot at the domestic box office.
Sony Pictures Entertainment announced the film's projected opening weekend totals. As of Sunday morning, the movie is expected to conclude its first three days with a global total of $108.3 million. This figure comprises $60 million from domestic theaters and $48.3 million from international markets.
Opening Weekend Performance
This strong debut means the new film has already outgrossed the entire worldwide theatrical runs of two previous live-action entries in the franchise, when not adjusted for inflation. It surpassed the original 2002 Resident Evil film, which earned $103 million globally, and the 2021 reboot Welcome to Raccoon City, which grossed $41.9 million. The 2026 film achieved this feat in just its opening weekend.
Franchise Box Office Ranking
Without adjusting for inflation, the new Resident Evil is currently the seventh highest-grossing installment in the live-action film series. When inflation is accounted for, it ranks eighth. The film's domestic performance is notably strong. It is already the second highest-grossing entry at the domestic box office, trailing the leader by a very narrow margin. Previous franchise films relied heavily on international earnings for their success, making this domestic support a significant shift.
| Film Title | Global Box Office (Not Adjusted) |
|---|---|
| Resident Evil (2002) | $103 million |
| Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) | $41.9 million |
| Resident Evil (2026) Opening Weekend | $108.3 million |
Film Details and Cast
The film is the eighth live-action feature adaptation of the Capcom video game series. Zach Cregger, known for Barbarian and the upcoming Weapons, directed and co-wrote the screenplay with Shay Hatten. The story follows a medical courier, played by Austin Abrams, who becomes stranded in Raccoon City amid mutant threats. The cast also includes Paul Walter Hauser, Kali Reis, and Zach Cherry. The film has a runtime of 90 minutes.
Producers on the project include Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, Miri Yoon, Robert Kulzer, Roy Lee, Zach Cregger, and David Minkowski. The movie's increased domestic performance could provide a substantial boost as its theatrical run continues.
