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Resident Evil Set for Sept. 18 Release After Blood-Soaked Stunt Accident

7/25/2026

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Director Zach Cregger announced the Resident Evil film will open on Sept. 18.
Cregger said the movie will reflect the games’ pacing and scarcity while using an original story.
Austin Abrams struck his head on a razor-sharp edge during a stunt and required stitches.
A 150-pound sack dropped early, nearly hitting Abrams and could have killed him.
Cregger called the film his bloodiest project, saying he left set covered in blood.

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Director Zach Cregger announced the Resident Evil film will open on Sept. 18.
Cregger said the movie will reflect the games’ pacing and scarcity while using an original story.
Austin Abrams struck his head on a razor-sharp edge during a stunt and required stitches.
A 150-pound sack dropped early, nearly hitting Abrams and could have killed him.
Cregger called the film his bloodiest project, saying he left set covered in blood.