Resident Evil films: From 36% to 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, how the panned billion-dollar franchise finally won
Here's the Resident Evil paradox in one sentence: Critics have spent two decades calling this franchise borderline unwatchable, and it just kept making more money than most 'respectable' movies dream of. The recent film has done the unthinkable: It has 96 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes. Zach Cregger, the man behind Barbarian and last year's Oscar-winning smash Weapons (a $270 million global hit off…
Resident Evil, once deemed a borderline unwatchable franchise by critics, has defied expectations by turning a profit despite continuous poor reviews. The recent reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, has achieved a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, signaling a potential turning point. The franchise, known for its B-movie budgets and formulaic approach, has seen budgets ranging from $40 to $65 million, with most titles grossing over $130 to $150 million.
This model proved successful, as the six Anderson-era films collectively earned $1.24 billion on a combined budget of $317 million. International audiences, particularly in Japan, Germany, and China, played a significant role in the franchise's financial success. The Resident Evil brand, with its recognizable characters and release calendar slots, attracted audiences despite the lack of critical acclaim.
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