Horror Reboot 'Resident Evil' Stays No. 1 in China During Slow Post-Holiday Weekend
Sony and Constantin Film's horror reboot 'Resident Evil' stayed in first place in mainland China during the Oct. 16-18 weekend. It earned RMB62.5 million ($9.3 million) in its second full weekend, according to Artisan Gateway. Since opening Oct. 5, the film has grossed $55.8 million cumulatively.
During the Oct. 16–18 period, the horror reboot remained the highest-earning film in mainland China. It took in RMB62.5 million, about $9.3 million, in its second complete weekend, Artisan Gateway reported.
The Sony and Constantin Film release debuted Oct. 5, near the end of the Golden Week holiday window, and has now reached $55.8 million overall.
The film’s continued dominance may signal that imported horror still draws Chinese audiences even after a holiday peak, potentially shaping what distributors schedule in quieter weeks. Theater operators, local filmmakers, and moviegoers could feel this: cinemas may rely on a known franchise for revenue, while domestic releases might face less attention. The result could also influence future marketing for genre titles, though its broader cultural effect remains uncertain.