Resident Evil is once again transcending the world of video games — this time as a live-action Netflix series. Produced by Constantin Film, the studio behind Milla Jovovich's six RE movies, Netflix's Resident Evil builds on the canon of Capcom's game franchise while shining a spotlight on series staple Albert Wesker. The result, according to our Resident Evil: Season 1 review, is sure to please diehard RE fans, thanks to "superb acting combined with an intriguing plot that somehow fits into this ever-growing and wildly convoluted timeline."
Resident Evil will be available to stream beginning July 14. If you're wondering what it's about or how you can watch it yourself, take a look at the information below.
How to Watch Resident Evil
All episodes of the new Resident Evil series will be released exclusively on Netflix on July 14.
How Many Episodes of Resident Evil Are There?
Resident Evil comprises eight episodes, each (roughly) one-hour long. The series' first episode is titled Welcome to New Raccoon City.
What's Netflix's Resident Evil Show About?
The live-action Resident Evil series is set across two timelines: 2022 (the year of the global T-virus outbreak) and 2036 (14 years later). Here's the official synopsis from Netflix:
"Jade Wesker fights for survival in a world overrun by the blood-thirsty infected and insane creatures. In this absolute carnage, Jade is haunted by her past in New Raccoon City, by her father’s chilling connections to the Umbrella Corporation but mostly by what happened to her sister, Billie.”
Who's in the Resident Evil Netflix Cast?
Resident Evil is developed by Andrew Dabb and stars the following actors:
- Lance Reddick as Albert Wesker
- Ella Balinska as Jade Wesker
- Adeline Rudolph as Billie Wesker
- Tamara Smart as Young Jade Wesker
- Siena Agudong as Young Billie Wesker
- Paola Nuñez as Evelyn Marcus
Where to Watch Previous Resident Evil Shows and Movies
The only previous Resident Evil TV series, an animated show called Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness, is also streaming exclusively on Netflix. You can go to the link below to watch it:
- Netflix (Stream)
On the film side, there are over half a dozen Resident Evil movies. Five of the six Milla Jovovich-led movies (all but The Final Chapter) are available to stream on Hulu. The live-action film series was recently relaunched with Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. Those looking to watch Welcome to Raccoon City have a few options. If you currently have a Starz subscription, you can stream it for free on the platform. If you don't have that streaming service, you can purchase the film on Amazon or Apple TV. You can go to the links below to watch the movie: