Resident Evil’s box office triumph proves video game films can appeal to all audiences.

Zach Cregger’s take on Resident Evil kicked off with a bang, raking in $60 million during its opening weekend. This strong debut signals a promising box office run, showing that video game adaptations can thrive beyond just family-friendly fare.

With that impressive $60 million figure, Resident Evil has secured the best opening weekend for both the franchise and Cregger’s filmography. While it’s not shocking that this installment outperformed the less favorable earlier films, it’s exciting to see it surpass the success of Weapons, which made waves in the horror genre last year. This marks another victory for Sony Pictures, which continues to ride the wave of Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s box office triumph.

This success underscores the diversity in video game adaptations that can resonate with audiences. While films like A Minecraft Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie catered mainly to younger viewers, Resident Evil proves that dedicated fans will flock to a gritty, lore-bending, R-rated version of their beloved franchise if it delivers quality.

Alongside celebrating Resident Evil’s box office achievement, recent reports also highlighted the top-grossing films from the same weekend, showcasing the competitive landscape in theaters during its debut.

A behind-the-scenes look at Zach Cregger’s unsettling journey through Raccoon City.