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So, here’s the scoop: Zach Cregger isn’t just your average filmmaker – he’s got two solo flicks in his back pocket and a penchant for portraying the creepy vibes of quiet homes. Oh, and running. Lots and lots of running. And guess what? All that juicy goodness is front and center in the first trailer for Resident Evil, which is Cregger’s big follow-up after Weapons.

Zombie Shenanigans Unleashed

This trailer gives us a peek at Austin Abrams braving a frosty yard toward a spooky, desolate house. He steps inside, makes a quick call to his loved one (who surely thinks he’s gone bonkers), and then rummages through the place like it’s a yard sale gone wrong. And let’s talk about his survival strategies: this guy snags a shotgun and some elusive keys, which he’ll need to outsmart a horde of zombies. Yep, you heard that right. This trailer doesn’t skimp on the zombie action!

A Fresh Spin on a Classic

Unlike previous adaptations of the video game universe, Cregger is shaking things up! Those prior films were more in line with the, shall we say, schlock ‘n’ roll vibe brought by Paul W. S. Anderson, who cranked out six of his own with the unstoppable Milla Jovovich as Alice. Despite not winning the critics’ hearts over (they weren’t really grinning), those films built a cult following of fans who just can’t quit them.

And then there was the 2021 reboot, Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City, helmed by Johannes Roberts. It tried to please the fans by sticking to the lore and featuring beloved characters like Claire and Chris Redfield. But alas, even with all that nostalgia, it tanked at the box office, making room for Cregger’s inventive take.

Bringing the Game to Life

Rumor has it Cregger’s film isn’t entirely off the rails with game elements. Expect zombie variants that will give you all the feels – the good kind, not the ‘I just spilled my drink’ kind. And let’s not forget, Abrams jumps into the shoes of a delivery guy tasked with getting a package to Raccoon City Hospital. Cregger, the self-proclaimed number one fan of the games, assures us his version is “a different story,” one that doesn’t fuss too much about the actual characters from the game.

Call It a Creepy Comedy?

But wait, it gets groovier! Cregger has compared his take to Evil Dead II. Yeah, you know, that one where craziness reigns within an isolated cabin? And if that doesn’t excite you, test screening attendees are throwing out comparisons to Mad Max: Fury Road, like a horror version of your favorite adrenaline junkie movie! If you love watching a guy sprinting away from danger, you’re gonna be in for a wild ride!

The Final Verdict?

All signs point to Resident Evil being a blend of a killer video game flick and an exhilarating horror adventure. Most importantly, it looks like another Zach Cregger gem is on the way, and that’s something to cheer about!

Mark Your Calendars!

Get ready, horror fans! Resident Evil is set to hit theaters on September 18, 2026. Grab your popcorn and let the scares roll in!