‘Resident Evil’ Feasting at Box Office as Zach Cregger’s Reboot Races Toward $55M Opening
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Zach Cregger’s video game adaptation of "Resident Evil," starring Austin Abrams and distributed by Sony, has opened at the domestic box office with a $26.3 million Friday take across 3,684 screens. The zombie horror film is currently racing toward an estimated $55 million opening weekend, easily securing the No. 1 spot among new releases.
The strong commercial performance arrives as audiences seek out seasonal horror titles with fall approaching. Additionally, the film has achieved critical distinction, marking the best-reviewed horror release of the year.
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Variety (US)Focuses on opening day box office numbers and seasonal audience demand.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Emphasizes the film's status as the year's best-reviewed horror title.
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