Zach Cregger Wants a Hand in Future Resident Evil Films
The 2026 Resident Evil director said he has an idea for where the franchise could go, but stopped short of confirming another directing job.
Zach Cregger said he would want some creative involvement in future Resident Evil films, though he did not confirm whether he would direct another instalment. The director made the remarks on The Town podcast, according to comingsoon.net.
Cregger said he has an idea for where the franchise could go, but he did not say whether that idea would put him back in the director's chair. The 2026 Resident Evil film stars Austin Abrams as Bryan, a character who is bitten by zombies in Raccoon City and transforms into a giant creature by the ending.
The film is currently playing in theaters and arrives on digital platforms on November 3, 2026. It was produced on a $75 million budget and has grossed $400 million worldwide.
A franchise with game roots
Resident Evil is based on the Capcom game series, whose characters include Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield, Chris Redfield and Ada Wong. Sony Pictures is behind the 2026 film.
Quick answers
When does the 2026 Resident Evil film come to digital?
It arrives on digital platforms on November 3, 2026.
Will Zach Cregger direct another Resident Evil film?
He did not confirm whether he would return as director, but said he would want some creative involvement in future films.