Review - Resident Evil (2026)

Directed by: Zach Cregger

Starring: Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis

Go Horror Rating: S

Jesus Christ... Cregger does it again with another absolute banger. Resident Evil from a gaming standpoint may go down in history as the best horror series of all time. I'll admit that the original movies will always have a place in my heart because I'm such a die-hard fan of the IP. I could get through the original 6 movies and the first remake despite all their flaws, and still enjoy myself. But this... especially on the big screen, kicked my ass in the best way. We went in with crazy anticipation because Cregger is already widely known as a master horror director and the fresh take on the series felt intense from the first teaser onward. Locked and loaded with junior mints, gummy feet and a large soda... we were not disappointed. Take note that this movie was barely an hour and a half but from the opening scene to final WTF, the movie was (chef's kiss) a master class in pacing and feel. There were no cheap jump scares, the environment flowed and stalled in perfect segments. The monsters weren't overdone and the nods to the games were satisfyingly done. Abrams really stole the show... what a perfect casting for this role. Frantic, comedic, scared shitless - he made it feel real and adapted perfectly from situation to situation. Even the supporting cast knew their assignments. No bullshit, strong delivery and helped firm up the entire movie. And I love me a winter setting... blood and fear always work well in the snow! This is the best live action RE movie and it's not particularly close. Cregger hit this one out of the park and we're already salivating at the idea of a sequel. Give this man an unlimited budget and let him cook.