Austin Abrams in Talks to Lead Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Reboot

The upcoming adaptation aims to return to the franchise's horror roots, with production set to begin in Europe in summer 2025 for a September 2026 release.

• Austin Abrams, known for his role in Euphoria, is reportedly in negotiations to star in the Resident Evil reboot, potentially as Leon Kennedy, though his role has not been confirmed.
• Zach Cregger, acclaimed for his work on Barbarian, will direct and co-write the film alongside Shay Hatten, emphasizing horror and survival elements inspired by the original games.
• The reboot is being co-financed by Constantin Film and produced in collaboration with Vertigo Entertainment and PlayStation Productions, with Nicole Brown overseeing for Columbia Pictures.
• Filming is scheduled to begin in Europe during the summer of 2025, with the movie targeting a theatrical release on September 18, 2026.
• The new adaptation is expected to focus on wilderness survival themes, potentially drawing inspiration from Resident Evil 4's setting and tone.

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