Resident Evil passes $320 million worldwide, outgrossing Weapons
Sony's Resident Evil has overtaken Zach Cregger's earlier film at the global box office, reaching about $320.2 million, his largest earnings yet, though its U.S. run is winding down.
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What happened
Sony's Resident Evil has surpassed Weapons at the worldwide box office, collecting more than $320 million against the roughly $270 million earned by Weapons. The film, directed by Zach Cregger, has now reached about $320.2 million, his largest earnings to date, even as its U.S. theater run has slowed.
Why it matters
The film is now the most financially successful in the Resident Evil franchise. It is also the highest-grossing film of Cregger's career.
Timeline
- Oct 12, 7:30 AM ET: Resident Evil moves ahead of Weapons worldwide, despite a recent slowdown in U.S. theaters.
- Oct 13, 7:27 AM ET: The film passes $300 million worldwide and reaches about $320.2 million, Cregger's biggest film yet.
- Oct 13, 3:51 PM ET: Resident Evil becomes the most successful film in the franchise and Cregger's highest-grossing release.
Coverage
- 'Resident Evil' Just Made Box Office History (inverse.com)
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