Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Reboot Set for 95‑Minute Runtime

AMC Theaters has listed the upcoming Resident Evil reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, at a runtime of one hour and 35 minutes (95 minutes). The film, starring Austin Abrams as delivery driver Bryan, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on September 18, 2026 and carries an R rating.

Cregger has described the movie as a focused, point‑A‑to‑point‑B survival story set during the Raccoon City outbreak, deliberately featuring fewer zombies and a relentless, fast‑paced narrative. Early test screenings prompted audience comments such as an “all gas, no brakes” thrill ride and a “Fury Road of horror.” The director also confirmed several Easter‑egg references for longtime fans.

The production budget is reported at $80 million, with Cregger receiving a $20 million directing fee. The concise runtime is intended to maintain constant tension and avoid the extended runtimes typical of contemporary blockbuster franchises.