Is There A Post-Credits Scene In 2026's Resident Evil?

With so many movies and video games already, it can be tough figuring out how to start watching the "Resident Evil" franchise. Fortunately, 2026's "Resident Evil" makes for the perfect entry point for newcomers while offering plenty for long-time fans to enjoy. Indeed, the first reactions from critics suggest that "Resident Evil" is a good time for anyone, gamer or not. But since this new "Resident Evil" movie doesn't have anything to do with the franchise's previous films, you might naturally wonder whether there's a post-credit scene to tease a sequel (or maybe even introduce Jill Valentine to the proceedings).

As it happens, though, you don't need to worry yourself with sitting through the film's end credits since 2026's "Resident Evil" doesn't actually have a post-credits scene. This is a purely self-contained adventure with a brisk 95-minute runtime, so you probably won't need to rush to the bathroom as soon as the closing credits start rolling. All the same, you can leave right when they start without having to worry about missing anything (if you want, of course).

"Resident Evil" tells an entirely new story that utilizes the lore of the original, long-running horror game franchise. Its protagonist, Bryan (Austin Abrams), is a medical courier tasked with delivering a valuable item to Raccoon City, and this would've been an easy job — that is, if a viral outbreak hadn't just been unleashed at Bryan's final destination, turning everyone in the vicinity into monsters.

Without giving anything away, 2026's "Resident Evil" really functions as its own story. But that hasn't stopped director Zach Cregger from ruminating on where else he could take this franchise. As he told The Playlist, "I can't help thinking about other places this story could go. I've got ideas, but this movie hasn't even come out yet. Let's see what happens."

The prospect of more "Resident Evil" movies is likely dependent on the financial success of this one, and it's probably best not to put the horse before the cart. Johannes Roberts, who directed 2021's "Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City," once mentioned how he would've liked to adapt "Resident Evil — Code: Veronica" into a film, but that never materialized. So, Cregger is wise to not get ahead of himself in this respect.

Indeed, "Welcome to Raccoon City" was designed as a reboot of the "Resident Evil" movie franchise following the previous films starring Milla Jovovich as Alice. The ending of "Raccoon City" seemingly set up numerous potential sequels, but a poor reception nixed those plans. Hence, again, it's for the better that 2026's "Resident Evil" tries to avoid any sequel teases, just in case.

As for Cregger, he has more than enough on his plate already. In addition to being tapped to direct an original science-fiction film titled "The Flood," Cregger is currently working on "Gladys," a "Weapons" prequel movie focused on Aunt Gladys (Amy Madigan). For now, though, it seems he's only producing that one. And while another "Resident Evil" film could move forward without Cregger, the early word of mouth indicates Sony is probably hoping to get Cregger back to go another round.

"Resident Evil" is now playing in theaters.