Strong critical reception and word-of-mouth for Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil have supported solid legs after its franchise-record $60 million domestic opening, with second- and third-weekend holds of 38% and 55% respectively pushing the domestic total past $126 million. Traders see this momentum, paired with the film’s B+ CinemaScore and 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, sustaining a fourth-weekend gross above $7 million despite typical horror drop-offs. China’s recent debut and the title’s established fanbase add global tailwinds that reinforce domestic confidence, while upcoming chart updates and any late marketing pushes could further stabilize holds heading into mid-October.