{"id":230379,"date":"2026-09-17T15:07:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T22:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sirusgaming.com\/?p=230379"},"modified":"2026-09-17T15:08:05","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T22:08:05","slug":"resident-evil-2026-movie-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sirusgaming.com\/resident-evil-2026-movie-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Resident Evil (2026) &#8211; Movie Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I just saw the new Resident Evil movie today, and here are my thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story is very simple. A medical courier is trying to complete a late-night delivery to Raccoon City General Hospital. But during the delivery, a viral outbreak suddenly hits the city, and he must fight his way through the chaos to complete his mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The movie focuses on one main character, which is a very interesting choice considering that most previous Resident Evil movies had a large cast. The protagonist, Bryan, played by Austin Abrams, delivers a fantastic performance. Since we follow his journey throughout almost the entire film, the movie really depends on him, and he absolutely carries it. His performance was top-notch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can really tell that Bryan is not equipped to deal with this situation, and you can feel the fear, panic, and tension through his performance. There\u2019s also a vulnerable scene in the middle of the film where I could really feel the emotion Bryan was going through. It was one of those moments where his performance made the character feel much more real and relatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The film fully embraces horror, and director Zach Cregger (Weapons) delivers a genuinely terrifying experience. He brings back the tension and suspense that many Resident Evil fans have been missing from the previous movies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.sirusgaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/resident-evil-2026-film-review-1.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1570\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/media.sirusgaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/resident-evil-2026-film-review-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-230380\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To all the Resident Evil fans out there you\u2019re going to have a blast with this movie. The fan service is subtle but meaningful. From the typewriter, to the Diamond Key, to the iconic slow sound of a door opening, every reference feels earned. You can really tell that a lot of love was put into this film, and that Zach Cregger wanted to make a true Resident Evil movie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m really glad they took this approach. The atmosphere is incredible, the horror is intense, and it constantly keeps you on your toes. There are also a few small comedic moments sprinkled throughout the film that help balance the tension.<br>The pacing is excellent. I honestly don\u2019t remember a single dragging moment, and the 90-minute runtime flew by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.sirusgaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/resident-evil-2026-film-review-3.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1657\" height=\"864\" src=\"https:\/\/media.sirusgaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/resident-evil-2026-film-review-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-230381\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing I loved is how the movie captures the feeling of actually playing a Resident Evil game. You find a shotgun\u2026 but the ammo is on the second floor. The way Bryan reacts to his surroundings and solves problems feels exactly like what we, as players, would do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The movie also features a couple of first-person shots, and they instantly reminded me of Resident Evil Village. Yes, I said Village because the movie is set during a snowy winter, making the atmosphere feel very similar. It\u2019s a small touch, but it makes the audience feel like they\u2019re experiencing the nightmare alongside Bryan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At times, it genuinely feels like the main character is us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I just wish there was more to the ending, which is my only real gripe with the film. There are also a few moments involving the characters that make you question their common sense. Those are the main negatives I can think of, and if you can look past them, you\u2019ll have a blast with this movie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re a Resident Evil fan or even a casual horror lover, I don\u2019t think you\u2019ll be disappointed. It has the scares, the tension, the adrenaline rush, and plenty of Easter eggs for longtime RE fans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I just saw the new Resident Evil movie today, and here are my thoughts. The story is very simple. A medical courier is trying to complete a late-night delivery to Raccoon City General Hospital. 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