Next Resident Evil Film by Zach Cregger to be Shorter Than Expected

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The upcoming Resident Evil film, directed by Zach Cregger, is set to have a runtime of 95 minutes (1 hour and 35 minutes). This confirmation comes from the American cinema chain AMC, aligning with early viewer expectations and Cregger’s stated desire for a concise horror experience. Cregger, known for Barbarian, aimed for a tight film that adheres to horror conventions rather than blockbuster sensibilities. The script is 95 pages long with minimal dialogue. It centers on Bryan, played by Austin Abrams, a package delivery driver tasked with delivering a mysterious briefcase to Raccoon City Hospital amidst a virus outbreak. Abrams portrays an eccentric, drug-influenced character thrust into chaos. Cregger has noted that he did not watch the earlier Resident Evil films from the 2000s, drawing tonal inspiration instead from Evil Dead II.

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This shorter runtime is consistent with the majority of previous Resident Evil adaptations and reflects Cregger’s preference for a continuous build-up of tension over prolonged spectacle. The film’s plot follows Bryan, an original character navigating Raccoon City concurrently with the events of Resident Evil 2. Rather than focusing on game references or cameos from iconic characters, the narrative concentrates on Bryan’s struggle against a mysterious creature and the city’s zombie invasion. While the film focuses on tight storytelling, it is also set to be the most expensive Resident Evil film produced for the cinema, with an estimated budget of $80 million. This surpasses the budget of Paul W.S. Anderson’s 2002 film, which ran for 100 minutes. Constantin Film aims to revitalize the franchise following Anderson’s looser adaptations and the critically divisive reboot Welcome to Raccoon City. Early screening feedback suggests the film captures the chilling spirit of Capcom’s games. The film is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026.

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