Resident Evil Director Cut Jokes After Test Audiences Found Film Too Funny
Zach Cregger's upcoming "Resident Evil" movie got a major tonal shift after test screenings, according to a new interview. Per The Hollywood Reporter, the director explained that audiences liked the film but had one consistent note: it was too funny.
Cregger told the outlet he responded by stripping out as many jokes as possible over the course of testing. He said the change made the film work better for everyone involved. "I found that not only did the audience enjoy the movie more, but I also liked the movie a lot more," Cregger stated.
He added that the experience taught him a valuable lesson about the genre. "A little bit of humor goes a long way in a horror movie," Cregger said, noting he doesn't miss any of the removed gags.
The film, which stars Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, and Amy Madigan, is scheduled to hit theaters on September 18, 2026. Reports from outlets like /Film, JoBlo, and PC Gamer confirm the director's comments about dialing back the comedy based on early viewer feedback.
