Paul Walter Hauser has officially joined the cast of the upcoming Resident Evil film, directed by Weapons filmmaker Zach Cregger. Known for his recent roles in The Fantastic Four: First Steps and The Naked Gun, Hauser adds further intrigue to the reboot of the iconic horror franchise. The film is being backed by Sony Pictures, with Cregger co-writing the script alongside John Wick 4 screenwriter Shay Hatten. With Cregger’s critically acclaimed Weapons still fresh in fans' minds, expectations are high for a stylish and suspenseful take on the Resident Evil universe.