'Resident Evil' Reboot Claims Top Spot at China Box Office With $12.1 Million Debut
The horror reboot 'Resident Evil' secured the top position at the mainland China box office during the Oct. 9–11 weekend.
In Brief
- •The horror reboot 'Resident Evil' secured the top position at the mainland China box office during the Oct. 9–11 weekend.
- •The film pulled in RMB81.2 million ($12.1 million) across the three-day weekend frame, according to Artisan Gateway data.
- •The movie originally rolled out on Monday, Oct. 5, in the latter stretch of China's Golden Week holiday.
Why It Matters
The strong theatrical opening of 'Resident Evil' underscores the commercial viability of established international video game and horror intellectual properties in the Chinese film market. Performing well right after the Golden Week holiday demonstrates sustained consumer demand for foreign studio titles in mainland cinemas.
Key Details
- Weekend Gross
- RMB 81.2 million ($12.1 million)
- Tracking Period
- October 9–11, 2026
- Initial Release Date
- October 5, 2026
- Data Provider
- Artisan Gateway
Context & Background
China's Golden Week holiday is one of the highest-grossing theatrical periods annually, serving as a critical rollout window for both domestic blockbusters and imported studio releases.
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