As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of Resident Evil under my belt, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and apprehension when it comes to this latest rumor about a potential reboot directed by Zach Cregger. I’ve seen the highs and lows of the franchise, from the terrifying original games to the less-than-stellar adaptations that followed.
Despite a number of potential sources of fear on the 2024 movie schedule, you can rest easy knowing that the sinister Umbrella Corporation isn’t something to worry about right now. With the Resident Evil series remaining in limbo following Netflix’s decision to end their adaptation of the Capcom TV series, it remains uncertain what lies ahead.
If the buzz on the street is true, there could be another film remake on the horizon. As a dedicated fan of this series, I’m both hopeful and curious about this development, particularly since the rumored director is involved.
Resident Evil’s Alleged New Director Is An Inspired Choice
According to The InSnieder via Inverse, it seems Sony has chosen director Zach Cregger, known for “Barbarian,” as a potential candidate for the upcoming Raccoon City project. Interestingly, Cregger may have secured this role following his exit from Sony’s attempts to revive the long-delayed “Clue” reboot.
Regarding the potential upcoming project linked with the topic of weapons, it’s worth noting that “The Whitest Kids You Know” alum has scheduled a follow-up film, tentatively titled as such, for a release date in January 2026. If this project is indeed underway, Zack Cregger and his team will have ample time to craft the narrative. It’s likely that we won’t see this production hit theaters until at least 2026 or possibly as late as 2027.
It’s encouraging to notice that Sony and Hollywood continue to consider the Resident Evil series, given its past and potential future successes. I still believe a faithful adaptation could be achieved, despite my dissatisfaction with Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. The previous failed attempt and Netflix’s decision to cancel its one-season thriller have certainly made me approach such news with caution. However, the prospect of Zack Cregger possibly joining the team is undeniably an ideal match for numerous reasons.
Why Zack Cregger Is A Perfect Fit For Resident Evil
Openly admitting, I believe it’s high time I rewatch the 2022 horror film “Barbarian.” During its theater release, it didn’t quite captivate me as deeply as hardcore fans seemed to enjoy. However, after reflecting upon it, I completely understand why Zack Cregger would be an ideal choice for the rumored Resident Evil reboot. His potential involvement genuinely excites me.
The first reason for that enthusiasm is the fact that Mr. Cregger has the horror community’s confidence in whatever he tackles. Having that sort of heat on his heels could inspire Sony to provide the right budget and resources to make a new Resident Evil movie really sing. Then again, considering Barbarian was made on an estimated budget that clocks in at $4.5 million on the high end, I wouldn’t doubt that he’d be able to make a smaller scale revamp work with a tighter wallet.
Zack Cregger demonstrates a remarkable talent for managing multiple, intricate storylines in an engaging way. His ability to seamlessly transition between three distinct narrative threads in the film Barbarian, suggests he could utilize these skills effectively if given the opportunity to tell the story of Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine. This might mean that he would not feel compelled to keep them as a permanent duo throughout the entire tale.
That last point makes Resident Evil’s potential Zack Cregger colab even more exciting, as he’ll presumably know which stories to use. Could we see Resident Evil 0’s story used as flashbacks for an adaptation of the first game? Maybe we’ll get a Resident Evil 2/Resident Evil 3: Nemesis combo pack? The potential is limitless, and the more that I think about it, the more I kind of need this to happen now.
It’s uncertain if the rumored “Resident Evil” reboot is true, as Sony hasn’t officially confirmed it yet. However, these whispers might hint at the possibility of the supposed “Umbrella Chronicles” project being alive. For now, we can only gather more information to bring Umbrella back to cinemas. If you’re like me and eagerly anticipating more RE action, you might want to rewatch the series on Netflix and ponder what could have transpired instead.
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2024-09-25 23:37