Zach Cregger, director of the 2026 Resident Evil film, revised the project following test screenings. The Wall Street Journal profiled Cregger as a filmmaker known for horror. Actor Austin Abrams said Cregger brought his own horror-comedy flavoring to the project. Gizmodo called for a comedy cut of the movie. The film remains on schedule for theaters. Cregger's change was implemented prior to launch. No details were provided about the adjustment. The movie remains scheduled for its planned theatrical run. The Hollywood Reporter noted the adjustment after test screenings.