The director of the new Resident Evil film adaptation, Zak Kreger, admitted in an interview with The New York Times that he does not rule out a negative reaction from fans due to deviations from the canon. According to him, part of the audience will inevitably "crucify" him for the creative decisions made.
"I like the idea of standing up to a world that is obsessed with wanting to destroy you. It's just fun, and I haven't seen a movie that offers a similar experience."
Kreger does not specify how much the script deviates from the original. He previously noted that the film will not literally follow the Capcom games, but will retain the key principles of the universe. Where the line between a free adaptation and respect for the canon lies is not yet clear. At the same time, the director emphasizes that he is a long-time fan of the series and wants to convey the feeling of the games.
The film will take place between Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3, but the story will be completely new, with original characters. The script, written by Kreger together with Shay Hatten, tells about a courier who goes to the Raccoon City hospital and finds himself in the epicenter of a virus outbreak.
Earlier, the script briefly appeared online, and those who read it claimed that there were many absurd and comedic situations in the film. Because of this, the picture in some places resembles a black comedy, although this information has not been officially confirmed.
The main roles were played by Austin Abrams, Kali Reis, and Paul Walter Hauser. The premiere is scheduled for September 18, 2026.