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Resident Evil

"Resident Evil" is a survival horror franchise that originated as a video game series before expanding into films, animated movies, TV shows, comics, and novels. The franchise focuses on the outbreak of a deadly virus developed by the Umbrella Corporation, leading to a global apocalypse filled with zombies and other mutated creatures. Known for its tense atmosphere, intricate puzzles, and engaging storylines, "Resident Evil" has become one of the most successful and influential franchises in both gaming and horror entertainment.

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Resident Evil (2002) Movie Poster Umbrella Logo
Created by
Shinji Mikami, Tokuro Fujiwara
First Film
Resident Evil
Latest TV Show
Resident Evil
First Episode Air Date
July 8, 2021

Cast
Milla Jovovich, Michelle Rodriguez, Ali Larter, Sienna Guillory, Oded Fehr, Iain Glen, Shawn Roberts, Kaya Scodelario, Robbie Amell, Hannah John-Kamen
TV Show(s)
Resident Evil
Character(s)
Alice, Claire Redfield, Jill Valentine, Chris Redfield, Leon S. Kennedy, Albert Wesker, Ada Wong, Nemesis, Lisa Trevor, William Birkin
Video Game(s)
Resident Evil 4
Milla Jovovich pointing two pistols as Alice in Resident Evil Afterlife
Resident Evil Reboot Movie Sets Release Date With Sony

Sony has now boarded Zach Cregger’s announced Resident Evil movie, and the video game adaptation has a firm theatrical release date planned.

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Resident Evil 3 and 5 characters
Resident Evil’s Most Underrated Game Deserves Better, & I Know How A Remake Could Fix It

Resident Evil remakes have done a lot to improve aspects of iconic games, but the next remake should take the most flawed entry in the series.

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Milla Jovovich as Alice in the Resident Evil movies with Leon from the 2005 version of Resident Evil 4
After 8 Resident Evil Live-Action Movies, I Can't Believe This Iconic Game Moment Still Hasn't Been Recreated

Even after seven Resident Evil movies and one TV series, I can't believe there has been no attempt to recreate one of the game's scariest moments.

HUNK in Resident Evil Re:Verse.
Resident Evil's Most Disappointing Game Is Officially Dead Next Month

After less than three years of service, one of Resident Evil's most disappointing games is being completely shut down and removed from distribution.

Resident Evil 1 Remake character with characters from residen Evil nemesis and Code Veronica
Overlooked Resident Evil Classic Turns 25 This Year - Capcom, It's Time To Bring It Back

Code Veronica deserves a remake in line with other major Resident Evil titles, especially since a milestone anniversary is coming in February.

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Milla Jovovich as Alice from Resident Evil: The Final Chapter with Leon and Ashley from the Resident Evil 4 game remake.
The Resident Evil Movie Reboot Adapting This 23-Year-Old Game Is The Last Hope To Save The Franchise After 8 Misfires

Reports suggest Resident Evil reboot director Zach Cregger will adapt an underrated game - which is the perfect way to redeem the film series.

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Milla Jovocih in Resident Evil and Welcome to Raccoon City
Resident Evil Reboot In Development With Acclaimed Horror Director, & This Update Fuels Bidding War Between Four Studios

The horror director tapped to helm the latest Resident Evil reboot has sparked a bidding war between studios looking to land the video game movie.

Chris and Jill from Resident Evil surrounded by zombies.
It’s The Perfect Time For A Resident Evil 1 Remake

Capcom has made successful remakes of every early Resident Evil game in the past few years, except for the first game which deserves a modern update.

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leon and ashley from resident evil 4 remake
Resident Evil 9's Rumored Open-World Is A Bigger Deal Than You Thought

Leaks have circulated the internet concerning an open world in Resident Evil 9, but this may not compromise the core mechanics of the series.

Milla Jovovich as Alice in Resident Evil while Liam Neeson is on the phone in Taken
Resident Evil's Milla Jovovich Starring In New Thriller Movie With Taken-Inspired Story

Former Resident Evil star Milla Jovovich is now set to star in a new thriller called Protector, which will have a story similar to that of Taken.

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Chris Redfield, Samus, and Master Chief
10 Worst Video Game Character Redesigns

Characters receiving a new appearance is nothing new in gaming, but these redesigns did more harm to their characters than they did good.

Closeup of Nemesis in the cutscene for Resident Evil 3 Nemesis
Mark Your Calendars: One Of The Best Resident Evil Games Is Coming To A New Platform This Week

GOG and Capcom have teamed up to bring a classic Resident Evil game to PC, with improvements to make the game accessible to PC gamers.

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What Is the Best Resident Evil Movie
What Is the Best Resident Evil Movie?

Capcom’s franchise of the Resident Evil video games revolutionized the zombie genre in pop culture.

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Cailee Spaeny in Alien Romulus, Charlize theron in the Old Guard, and Milla Jovovich in Resident Evil
Resident Evil: 3 Actors Who Could Play Alice in a Film Reboot

If a new Resident Evil movie with Milla Jovovich never happens, these actors could replace her as Alice.

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Milla Jovovich as Alice From Resident Evil in front of an Umbrella Corp Logo
Why Resident Evil 7 With Milla Jovovich Really Needs to Happen

Recent Resident Evil movies and TV shows have failed, so is it time for Milla Jovovich's Alice to return?

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Jill, Chris, and Wesker in the original Resident Evil remake
This Nostalgic Resident Evil Game Mod Is Perfect For People Waiting For RE9

An incredible Half-Life 2 mod has an entire section dedicated to turning Valve's essential shooter into an homage to the classic Resident Evil games.

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Leon S. Kennedy from Resident Evil 4 with his pistol
Incredible Resident Evil Leon Cosplay Fools Fans Into Thinking He's The Real Deal

One talented cosplay shows off their hyper-realistic Leon S. Kennedy cosplay and the entire Resident Evil community can't get enough of it.

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Rose Winters, Ada Wong, and Albert Wester from the Resident Evil series.
Resident Evil Already Has A Perfect RE9 Protagonist Who Can Reshape The Franchise

Resident Evil has a vast roster of characters that could appear in its ninth installment, but one is a particularly strong choice.

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Chris from RE Village, Ethan and Leon from RE 4 remake
Resident Evil 9 Has Much Better Stories To Tell Without Leon, Chris Or Ethan

The Resident Evil franchise has had the same protagonists for many of its games. Hopefully, Resident Evil 9 can shake things up with a new story.

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Claire Redfield and Chris in BSAA gear from Resident Evil 2 Remake
Resident Evil Leaks Hint At The Best Game For A Remake, But It Should Be The Last

Resident Evil would benefit from another remake, but it wouldn't be best if Capcom halted their remake projects for the foreseeable future.