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Resident Evil: Best Movie Ranking
Zach Cregger's 2026 Resident Evil movie wins streaming ranking.
In brief
Zach Cregger's 2026 Resident Evil movie wins streaming ranking. Zach Cregger's 2026 Resident Evil film is the best starting point for new viewers. Originally reported by Decider.
Resident Evil Movie History
There have been four Sonic the Hedgehog movies, with a fourth in production for release next year. Mortal Kombat recently put out its fourth live-action movie and Street Fighter has a third crack coming this fall. Lara Croft has raided tombs at least three times on the big screen.
Resident Evil 2002
Resident Evil (2002) is the first movie, directed by Paul W.S. Anderson and starring Milla Jovovich.
Resident Evil 2021
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) stars Kaya Scodelario as Claire Redfield and follows her return to Raccoon City during a zombie outbreak.
Resident Evil 2026
Resident Evil (2026) follows a courier named Austin Abrams delivering to Raccoon City Hospital during a zombie outbreak.
2002 Movie Details
The 2002 film features Alice (Milla Jovovich) waking up without memory in a mansion, working security for Umbrella Corporation.
2021 Movie Details
Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) follows Claire Redfield (Kaya Scodelario) returning to Raccoon City as a zombie outbreak spreads.
2026 Movie Details
Resident Evil (2026) stars Austin Abrams as a courier delivering to Raccoon City Hospital during a zombie outbreak.
2002 Movie Strengths
The 2002 film has an irresistible premise with Alice waking up without memory in a mansion, working security for Umbrella Corporation.
2021 Movie Strengths
Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) has stylish lighting and shooting by Johannes Roberts, with Assault on Precinct 13-style standoffs.
2026 Movie Strengths
Resident Evil (2026) features Austin Abrams as a bumbling courier who becomes likable despite the chaos.
2026 Verdict
The 2026 Resident Evil is easily the most all-around accomplished of the three 'part one' editions.
Streaming Recommendation
For new viewers, Resident Evil (2026) is the best starting point for the Resident Evil movie series.
At a glance
Zach Cregger's 2026 Resident Evil film is the best starting point for new viewers.
