Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021)
A horror-action reboot that returns to the terrifying origins of Raccoon City, faithful to the iconic video games that started it all.
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - Movie Information
- Original Title: Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City
- Release Year: 2021
- Directed by: Johannes Roberts
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 47m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 24, 2021 (Canada - 18A), November 24, 2021 (United States - R), December 3, 2021 (United Kingdom - 15), November 25, 2021 (Germany - 16), November 24, 2021 (France - 12), November 26, 2021 (India - A), December 9, 2021 (Australia - MA15+), December 2, 2021 (Brazil - 16), November 25, 2021 (Italy), November 26, 2021 (Spain - 18), January 19, 2022 (South Korea - 18)
- Alternative Titles: A kaptár - Raccoon City visszavár (HU), Обитель зла: Раккун Сити (RU), 生化危机：欢迎来到浣熊市 (CN), 恶灵古堡首部曲：拉昆市 (TW), Resident Evil: Καλώς ήλθατε στην Raccoon City (GR), 新生化危機 (HK), Resident Evil: Bienvenidos a Raccoon City (ES), ผีชีวะ: ปฐมบทแห่งเมืองผีดิบ (TH)
- Production Companies: Constantin Film, Screen Gems, Davis Raccoon Films
- Production Countries: Germany, United States of America, Canada
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - Plot
Once the booming home of pharmaceutical giant Umbrella Corporation, Raccoon City is now a dying Midwestern town. The company's exodus left the city a wasteland…with great evil brewing below the surface. When that evil is unleashed, the townspeople are forever…changed…and a small group of survivors must work together to uncover the truth behind Umbrella and make it through the night.
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - Trailer
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Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Johannes Roberts
Main Cast
- Kaya Scodelario
- Hannah John-Kamen
- Robbie Amell
- Tom Hopper
- Avan Jogia
- Donal Logue
- Neal McDonough
- Lily Gao
- Chad Rook
- Marina Mazepa
Writers
- Johannes Roberts
Producers
- Robert Kulzer
- Hartley Gorenstein
- James Harris
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City - FAQs
Is Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City based on a true story?
No, Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City is not based on a true story. It is adapted from Capcom's iconic survival horror video game series, specifically drawing from the storylines of the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 2 games, reimagining their events in a single narrative set in 1998.
How faithful is this film to the original video games?
The film is considerably more faithful to the source material than the earlier Paul W.S. Anderson series. Director Johannes Roberts drew heavily from the first two Resident Evil games, recreating iconic locations like the Spencer Mansion and Raccoon City Police Department, and casting characters such as Claire Redfield, Leon Kennedy, and Jill Valentine.
Who are the main actors in Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City?
The film stars Kaya Scodelario as Claire Redfield, Hannah John-Kamen as Jill Valentine, Robbie Amell as Chris Redfield, Tom Hopper as Albert Wesker, Avan Jogia as Leon Kennedy, Donal Logue as Chief Irons, Neal McDonough as William Birkin, and Lily Gao as Ada Wong.
What is Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City about?
Set in 1998, the film follows a group of survivors in Raccoon City, a decaying Midwestern town abandoned by pharmaceutical giant Umbrella Corporation. When a deadly biological experiment is unleashed, the townspeople are transformed into horrifying creatures, and the survivors must uncover Umbrella's dark secrets to make it through the night.
Where can I stream Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City?
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City is available to stream on Hulu, fuboTV, Starz (via Apple TV Channel and Roku Premium Channel), and FXNow. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Does Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City have a post-credits scene?
Yes, the film includes a post-credits scene that sets up a potential sequel. The scene introduces a key character from the Resident Evil game lore in a surprising context, rewarding fans who stay until the very end and hinting at the broader direction a follow-up film might take.
What is the age rating for Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City?
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City is rated R in the United States, reflecting its intense horror violence, gore, and strong language. In the UK it carries a 15 certificate, while other territories assigned ratings ranging from 12 to 18 depending on local classification standards.
How long is Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City?
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City has a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes (107 minutes). The film moves at a brisk pace, balancing action set pieces with horror atmosphere and character development across its two primary locations: the Spencer Mansion and the Raccoon City Police Department.
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