What Resident Evil Lore Means for Zach Cregger’s New Movie

The new Resident Evil movie tells its own story.

It does not copy just one of the video games.

Zach Cregger directed the film.

Austin Abrams plays Bryan, a medical courier.

Bryan gets caught in a frightening outbreak.

The outbreak happens in Raccoon City.

The movie takes place near the events of Resident Evil 2.

Knowing the game series’ mythology may make the movie more enjoyable.

The film is scheduled to be released on September 18, 2026.