Zach Cregger’s “Resident Evil” Scares Up PHP 10.4-M on Its First Day in Theaters, Breaks Record for the Biggest Opening Day for the Franchise in the Philippines

The film garners rave reviews from both critics and fans 

September 17, 2026 – Resident Evil had a monstrous opening day in the Philippines, grossing PHP 10,427,530 nationwide. This marks the biggest opening day for the Resident Evil franchise.

The film officially dethroned Insidious: Out of the Further, breaking the horror film’s four-week streak as the biggest film in the country. 

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The film also boasts a 97% certified fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the critics deeming “Not only are some calling this easily the best Resident Evil movie, but also one of the best films based on a video game ever.”

The Wrap calls Resident Evil “Zach Cregger’s best film” yet, writing, “An incredible movie, Austin Abrams is an incredible leading man, and Zach Cregger cements his credibility as a modern master of horror.”

Deadline praises Austin Abram’s performance, calling his acting in the film “His star-is-born breakout role.”

Nerdist notes how well Zach Cregger paid homage to the original video games, writing, “”Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil is like watching what it feels like to play a video game.” 

Get ready for one heartstopping night as Resident Evil is now showing in Philippine cinemas, including IMAX and 4DX.