When it comes to reinventing long-running franchises, the choice of director can mean the difference between a stale retread and a bold new direction. That’s why the news of Weapons director Zach Cregger helming the next Resident Evil film is fascinating. Cregger may not be a household name yet, but his work on Weapons showcased a knack for tension, subversive storytelling, and a willingness to push audiences into uncomfortable spaces.
The Resident Evil films have always struggled between fan service and mass-market appeal. Paul W.S. Anderson leaned into action spectacle, while the more recent reboot aimed for direct game fidelity—but neither fully satisfied longtime fans. Cregger could strike the balance. His command of atmosphere is tailor-made for horror, while his genre-blending instincts could give the film the fresh identity it desperately needs.
If Cregger applies the same deliberate pacing, claustrophobic framing, and willingness to explore dread that he displayed in Weapons, Resident Evil may finally achieve the eerie, survival-horror tone fans have craved since the beginning. For the first time in years, the idea of a new Resident Evil movie feels not just inevitable, but exciting.
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