Resident Evil is almost ready to make another big mark at the box office. The film is now just $600,000 away from passing Backrooms and becoming the second-highest-grossing horror film of 2026.
The latest Resident Evil movie earned around $399.99 million worldwide after seven weekends in cinemas. It has made $157.4 million in North America and another $242.6 million from international markets.
Backrooms, meanwhile, stands slightly ahead at $400.6 million, but the gap between the two films has narrowed significantly. The film was released across 66 markets on more than 21,500 screens.
This strong theatrical run is expected to help it surpass Backrooms within the next few days. Furthermore, the film has already outperformed Sinners, The Nun and Weapons.
It is now closing in on The Exorcist, which grossed $430 million globally. The UK market has contributed $19.4 million, while Japan and Mexico have each generated $12.7 million.
Industry analysts have praised the marketing campaign and the strong word-of-mouth that kept audiences returning to theaters week after week. The franchise continues to prove its enduring appeal among horror fans globally.
With strong holds in major international territories, studio executives are already discussing potential follow-up projects or spin-offs to capitalize on this renewed momentum. Ticket sales in Asian markets have also exceeded initial projections, contributing significantly to the overseas total over the past month.
As competition from new releases increases, theater owners are expected to retain screenings for Resident Evil due to its steady daily box office returns. Ultimately, reaching the 400 million dollar milestone represents a major achievement for the production team, cementing its place as one of the standout cinematic successes of the year.