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The Resident Evil franchise is getting a new chapter with Zach Cregger at the helm, releasing on September 18. The filmmaker has become a notable name in horror after making an impact with Barbarian and Weapon. Now he is taking on one of the genre’s most recognizable video game franchises with a new live-action reboot.
Cregger’s appointment has also caught attention because of his strong connection with the Resident Evil games. While details about the upcoming film have been kept under wraps, his previous work and knowledge of the game series have already made him an interesting choice to lead the new chapter.
Who Is Zach Cregger?
American filmmaker Zach Cregger has made a name for himself in the horror genre in recent years, particularly after the success of Barbarian and Weapons. He made his directorial debut in 2022 with Barbarian. Made on a relatively modest budget, the film received strong reviews and performed well at the box office.
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He returned to the horror genre with Weapons in 2025. The film went on to receive several major accolades, including an Oscar and a Critics Choice Award for Best Supporting Actress for Amy Madigan.
Zach Cregger’s Connection With Resident Evil?
Cregger’s connection with Resident Evil goes beyond simply directing the new movie. The filmmaker has spoken about being a fan of the video game series. Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard have influenced his approach to the project, with the fourth game being a particular favorite.
Interestingly, while Cregger is a passionate fan of the games, he has admitted that he has never watched any of the previous live-action Resident Evil movies.
More About Resident Evil
Instead of directly adapting a specific game, Resident Evil (2026) follows an original character named Bryan (Austin Abrams), a medical courier trapped in Raccoon City during an outbreak, finding himself in a desperate fight for survival against bloodthirsty, mutated creatures.
The plot takes place alongside the timeline of the 1998 game Resident Evil 2, but it omits legacy heroes like Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine to tell a grounded, terrifying story. Directed and co-written by Zach Cregger, the film shifts the focus back to pure survival horror.
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