**Strong opening momentum and positive reception are anchoring trader expectations for "Resident Evil" (Zach Cregger’s 2026 reboot) to finish in the $150–160 million domestic range by October 31.** The Sony/Constantin film delivered a franchise-record $60 million domestic debut weekend in mid-September, far surpassing pre-release tracking of $40–50 million, with a $108 million global launch. It earned a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score, a B+ CinemaScore, and strong audience exit polls, driving solid word-of-mouth in a year when horror has performed well overall. As of early October, domestic gross stood near $108 million after roughly two weeks, with typical second-week drops but enough hold to support further accumulation. Traders appear to price in continued theatrical play through late October—potentially adding $40–50 million more—based on the film’s critical buzz, director pedigree from hits like *Weapons*, and horror’s audience draw. The narrower <150 million outcome reflects downside risk from faster-than-expected declines common in the genre, while higher brackets carry minimal probability given the current trajectory and competition. Upcoming chart updates and any late October hold strength will be key swing factors.