Resident Evil ending sets up a Zach Cregger sequel, Polygon reports

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Polygon reports Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film concludes with an ending that sets up a possible sequel. The outlet says the finale taps into what it calls one of the best video game movie endings while delivering abundant zombies, grotesque mutations, and copious blood. Polygon describes Cregger’s film as a solid entry in the Resident Evil universe that introduces surprising mysteries. The article says those mysteries could be unpacked in either a new game or another movie, though it does not present a confirmed follow-up.

What changed

Polygon reports that the closing scenes of Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film deliver an ending that explicitly sets up further storylines, positioning the film to lead into a sequel or other future entries in the franchise.

Before and after

  • According to Polygon, much of the film moves at a "frankly ridiculous" pace before shifting into a final act that the piece calls among the best endings in video game adaptations.
  • The finale is described as heavily gore-filled, featuring "skin-dripping" zombies and grotesque mutations.

Limits

  • Polygon characterizes the ending as opening the door to "surprising mysteries" and notes those could be explored in a new game or another movie. The article does not report a confirmed sequel or an official game tie-in announcement.