Sony Pictures has unveiled a teaser trailer for the upcoming horror film Resident Evil, directed by Zach Cregger, known for his work on *Weapons*. This new installment diverges from the franchise's traditional characters, such as Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine, and instead follows a courier caught in a deadly outbreak in Raccoon City. The film promises a more intense and grounded horror experience, emphasizing themes of fear and survival rather than action. The script is co-written by Cregger and Shay Hatten, aiming to reinvigorate the series while maintaining its core horror elements. The Resident Evil franchise, which began as a video game by Capcom in 1994, has seen significant success in film, grossing over $1.2 billion worldwide since the first movie's release in 2002. This new film is produced by Constantin Film, Vertigo Entertainment, and PlayStation Productions, and is set to release in theaters on September 18.