RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness (2021)
A CG anime miniseries plunging Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield into a deadly government conspiracy fueled by bioterrorism.
RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness - Series Information
- Original Title: バイオハザード: インフィニット ダークネス
- First Air Year: 2021
- Last Air Year: 2021
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (26 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 4
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: July 8, 2021 (United States - TV-MA), July 8, 2021 (Germany - 16), July 8, 2021 (India - A), July 8, 2021 (Australia - MA 15+), July 8, 2021 (Brazil - 16), July 8, 2021 (Spain - 16), July 8, 2021 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Netflix
- Alternative Titles: BIOHAZARD Infinite Darkness (JP), 生化危機：無盡黑暗 (HK)
- Production Companies: Quebico, TMS Entertainment, Capcom
- Production Countries: Japan
RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness - Plot
Years after the horrors of Raccoon City, Leon and Claire find themselves consumed by a dark conspiracy when a viral attack ravages the White House.
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RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Nick Apostolides
- Stephanie Panisello
- Jona Xiao
- Ray Chase
- Brad Venable
- Doug Stone
- Tony Oliver
- Bill Rogers
- Zeno Robinson
- Kellen Goff
Writers
- Shogo Muto
- Eiichiro Hasumi
Executive Producers
- Hiroyuki Kobayashi
- Taiki Sakurai
- Takeo Takahashi
RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness - FAQs
Is RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness connected to the games?
The series is set within the official Resident Evil game canon, taking place between Resident Evil 4 and 5. Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield reprise their roles from the games, voiced by Nick Apostolides and Stephanie Panisello — the same actors from the Resident Evil 2 remake.
Is RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness worth watching?
For dedicated fans of the Resident Evil franchise, it's an enjoyable if brief ride. The CG animation is polished and the action sequences are thrilling, though critics noted the four-episode runtime leaves little room for deep storytelling. Casual viewers may find it too short to fully invest in.
Where can you stream RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness?
The series streams on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. If you prefer to own it, episodes are available to purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Is RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness based on a true story?
Not at all — the series is rooted entirely in the fictional Resident Evil universe created by Capcom. It draws on the game franchise's lore involving bioweapons, government conspiracies, and zombie outbreaks, expanding the canon with an original story set between two major game entries.
Who are the main voice actors in RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness?
Nick Apostolides voices Leon S. Kennedy and Stephanie Panisello voices Claire Redfield, both reprising their roles from the Resident Evil 2 remake. The supporting cast includes Jona Xiao as Shen May, Ray Chase as Jason, and Doug Stone as the Secretary of Defense Wilson.
How many episodes does RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness have?
The series consists of four episodes, each running approximately 26 minutes, making it a compact miniseries. All four episodes were released simultaneously on Netflix on July 8, 2021, allowing viewers to watch the complete story in a single sitting of under two hours.
Who produced RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness?
The series was produced by Quebico and TMS Entertainment in collaboration with Capcom, the original game franchise creator. Executive producers include Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Taiki Sakurai, and Takeo Takahashi, with music composed by Yugo Kanno and the screenplay written by Shogo Muto.
What are similar shows to RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness?
Fans of the series often enjoy Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress, and High School of the Dead for their zombie-action thrills. For broader horror anime, Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW and Corpse Princess offer similarly dark, atmospheric storytelling.
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