A purported script for a new Resident Evil film has reportedly leaked online. Based on circulating summaries, the adaptation appears to be a horror-comedy.
The complete script for Zack Cregger’s Resident Evil film briefly surfaced on the internet before being swiftly removed from various platforms. Despite the takedowns, discussions and summaries of its content continue to spread online.
According to those who managed to read the script, the story is set in Raccoon City during a zombie apocalypse. The protagonist is Bryan (played by Austin Abrams), a courier transporting donor organs. The plot follows his desperate attempt to reach his pregnant wife as the city descends into chaos. Complicating matters, Bryan himself is infected with the T-virus, literally racing against time.
However, the main point of contention online isn’t the plot description itself, but rather its tone. Reports suggest the film is filled with numerous comedic and absurd situations, bordering on farce.
Bryan reportedly encounters humorous scenarios involving zombie dogs, zombie babies, and even an obese, acid-spitting zombie.
Some fans argue that this comedic approach deviates too far from the atmosphere of Capcom’s games and has a poor connection to their events. This is despite the plot description confirming Cregger’s earlier statements that the film’s events occur roughly concurrently with Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3. Many are left with the impression that this was originally an independent script later shoehorned into the Resident Evil universe.
A similar situation has been observed with Cregger’s previous films like “Barbarian” and “Tools.” However, it remains unknown how closely the leaked text reflects the final version of the movie. Early script drafts often differ significantly from what ultimately makes it to the screen.
The new Resident Evil film is slated for release on September 18th.