The highest-grossing 'Resident Evil' film, also the best-reviewed video game adaptation, is being pulled from 900 theatres after a strong box-office performance.
01Summary
- 01The film lost 380 additional theatres in its fifth weekend, bringing total removals to 900.
- 02It grossed approximately $5 million domestically in its fifth weekend.
- 03The reboot is directed by Zach Cregger and is the highest-grossing installment of the series, surpassing $314 million globally.
- 04It holds a 96% 'Certified Fresh' score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated video game adaptation ever.
- 05The film outgrossed Cregger's previous hit 'Weapons', which earned $270 million worldwide.
02Why it matters
This indicates the end of a remarkable theatrical run for a critically acclaimed blockbuster, showing how even successful films make way for new releases, affecting cinema schedules and audience choices.
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