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The Resident Evil franchise is returning to Netflix this weekend, bringing classic survival horror movies back to the streaming platform. Fans can revisit the original films starring Milla Jovovich while looking forward to the upcoming reboot directed by Zach Cregger.
The Netflix November 2026 lineup also includes several popular horror and action titles, making it an exciting month for movie lovers.
Key Highlights
- Resident Evil movies arrive November 1
- Original films star Milla Jovovich
- New reboot stars Austin Abrams
- Reboot earns 96% Rotten Tomatoes score
- Worldwide box office reaches $383 million
- Digital release confirmed November 3
- Netflix streaming expected January 2027
- Insidious sequels join November lineup
- Cliffhanger brings classic action thrills
- Pierce Brosnan remake in development.
Resident Evil Reboot Earns Strong Reviews and Box Office Success
The Resident Evil franchise began its big screen journey in 2002, when director Paul W. S. Anderson adapted Capcom's popular survival horror games. Despite mixed critical reviews, the original movie became a box office success and helped establish a successful film series.
More than two decades later, Resident Evil is returning with a fresh reboot from writer and director Zach Cregger. The new movie stars Austin Abrams and takes inspiration from elements of Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4.
The reboot has reportedly been made with a $75 million budget and has earned $383 million worldwide. It is now the highest grossing movie in the franchise and the third highest grossing horror film of the year, behind Obsession and Backrooms.
The film has also received an impressive 96% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest rated video game adaptation to date. Both critics and audiences have responded positively to the new direction.
When Will the New Resident Evil Movie Arrive on Netflix?
Netflix has secured streaming rights to the new Resident Evil reboot through its deal with Sony Pictures Releasing.
Based on the usual 120 day theatrical to streaming window, the movie could arrive on Netflix around mid January 2027. However, an official streaming date has not yet been confirmed.
Before its Netflix debut, fans will be able to watch the reboot digitally. Its digital release is confirmed for November 3, 2026.
Meanwhile, Netflix subscribers will not have to wait long to enjoy the original movies.
Original Resident Evil Movies Arrive This Weekend
On November 1, 2026, Netflix will add the first two movies from Paul W. S. Anderson's Resident Evil film series.
The original Resident Evil, released in 2002, introduces Milla Jovovich as Alice, a central character in the franchise. Resident Evil: Apocalypse, released in 2004, continues the story with more action, infected creatures, and survival horror.
These additions give longtime fans an opportunity to revisit the movies that helped establish Resident Evil as a successful video game adaptation franchise.
Other New Horror and Action Movies on Netflix
Alongside Resident Evil, Netflix is adding more titles for viewers looking for horror and action entertainment.
Insidious: Chapter 2 and Insidious: Chapter 3 are joining the November lineup. Both films offer supernatural scares for fans of the Insidious franchise.
Action movie fans can also watch Cliffhanger, the 1993 thriller starring Sylvester Stallone. The film follows a mountain climber who becomes trapped in a dangerous heist in the Rocky Mountains.
The movie remains popular for its tense mountain sequences and high altitude action. Its arrival is also timely, as a Cliffhanger remake starring Pierce Brosnan is currently in development.
With classic Resident Evil movies, supernatural horror, and action thrillers arriving this weekend, Netflix is offering subscribers plenty of entertainment to start November 2026.