Zach Cregger, the visionary director behind the upcoming Resident Evil movie, is already hinting at a possible sequel. While his approach to adapting Capcom’s iconic horror franchise has sparked debate among fans, Cregger remains passionate about exploring new stories within the Resident Evil universe.
A Fresh Take on Raccoon City
Cregger’s Resident Evil movie, slated for release on September 18, 2026, offers a unique perspective on the Raccoon City Incident. Unlike previous adaptations, this film tells an entirely original story, focusing on an average Joe thrust into the chaos of the outbreak. This bold decision has understandably divided the fanbase, but Cregger insists he’s a massive fan of the games and didn’t simply “slap” the Resident Evil name onto a generic movie to secure funding.
In an interview with The Playlist, Cregger revealed that he’s already brimming with ideas for where a potential sequel could take the story. “I can’t help thinking about other places this story could go,” he admitted. “I’ve got ideas, but this movie hasn’t even come out yet. Let’s see what happens.”
Cregger contrasted his Resident Evil ambitions with his previous work on Barbarian,, where he never considered a sequel due to the story’s inherent nature. “What makes Barbarian interesting is the unfolding of the narrative, not the subject matter,” he explained. “I don’t think I want to write another story about what that movie is about. But this is different.”
Early projections suggest Cregger’s Resident Evil could achieve the most successful launch in the franchise’s history, potentially outearning any other movie adaptation of the game series with an estimated $40M-$50M opening weekend.
Recent teasers have fueled excitement (and apprehension) among fans, including a Spanish-language trailer from Sony España that offered a glimpse of a creature strongly resembling one infected by Las Plagas, the parasite central to Resident Evil 4. A promotional poster shared on the movie’s social media accounts featured an X-ray of a Doberman Pinscher, suggesting the return of T-Virus infected dogs, a beloved element from earlier games.
Cregger has openly admitted he was “naive” in expecting universal approval for his approach, emphasizing that he aimed to tell stories the games tell so well, rather than directly adapting existing narratives. Now, it’s up to audiences to decide if this bold new direction lives up to the hype.
The question now is: Which iconic Resident Evil character deserves a return for another mission?
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