Resident Evil Has Reached $132.5 Million Domestically
The science fiction film continues its strong run toward exceeding the total domestic box office gross of Ready Player One.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Science Fiction
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Resident Evil has earned $132.5 million at the North American box office after 22 days of release. The film currently holds the number three spot in regional box office rankings.
Why it matters
The movie remains on a trajectory to surpass the $137.7 million lifetime domestic haul of Ready Player One. It is also set to become the highest-grossing worldwide film in director Zach Cregger's career.
The film generated $2.3 million on its 4th Friday, marking a 36.2% decline from the previous Friday. It was shown on 174 fewer screens while reaching a $253.9 million worldwide total against a $75 million budget.
The players
Zach Cregger
He is the director of the film who is on track to set a new personal record for worldwide box office performance.
Ready Player One
This science fiction film holds a lifetime domestic box office haul of $137.7 million that Resident Evil is currently challenging.
The details
Despite a drop in theater availability, the film has maintained momentum following its September 18, 2026 debut. It is projected to eventually reach $150 million in its total domestic run.
Timeline
September 18, 2026: The film was officially released.
22 days post-release: The film reached $132.5 million in North American earnings.
Industry Dynamics
The film demonstrates the ongoing commercial viability of mid-budget science fiction projects in the current theatrical climate. It outperforms the legacy of the 2018 film Ready Player One by demonstrating higher profitability relative to its smaller $75 million production budget.
Viewers interested in seeing the film in theaters should check local listings, as the movie has seen a reduction in screen counts. Ticket availability and showtimes are subject to change as the film continues its domestic theatrical run.
The takeaway
The performance of this film highlights how strategic budgeting can lead to significant box office returns in the competitive sci-fi market. Audiences should be aware that films often move to fewer screens as they enter their fourth week of release.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Newsdio.
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