If the latest rumors are to be believed, Netflix is going all-in on Resident Evil live-action TV shows. A new rumor claims that Netflix has greenlit the development of a second Resident Evil series for the streaming service. This isn't just a typical Resident Evil series, however. According to the rumor, the newly approved series will see the return of Resident Evil film star Milla Jovovich, and she'll even be reprising her role as the films' protagonist, Alice.
The rumor comes from outlet WeGotThisCovered, referencing multiple anonymous sources that they say have been reliable. Beyond that Milla Jovovich will be starring in the new Resident Evil series, little else is said. The only other confirmed detail is that the new Resident Evil show ill take place after the related film series, the most recent being Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, which was released in early 2017. Fans will recall that The Final Chapter ended with a tease for more in the future.
As noted, the Milla Jovovich Resident Evil series at Netflix isn't reported to be the only one. An earlier rumor claims that a different, unrelated Resident Evil series had already been approved at Netflix with plans to release it later in 2020. Even less is known about that Resident Evil show, unfortunately, though it may be related to a different Resident Evil storyline or property. It could even be an animated series like Castlevania, for all anyone knows.
It's also possible that the first Resident Evil series was canceled to make room for the second, or that both series could be delayed or even reconsidered due to the ongoing pandemic. With TV show and film productions across the world shutting down, the only certainty right now is uncertainty.
Why Netflix would choose to make a Milla Jovovich Resident Evil when it already has other plans fora Resident Evil show should be self-evident. The Resident Evil films were not well-received, but they were incredibly profitable. As Netflix's Adam Sandler partnership should show, it's comfortable bringing in talent that leads to more viewers even if it reviews poorly.
For the time being, the rumors about both the Milla Jovovich Resident Evil show and the other rumored Resident Evil show at Netflix are wholly reliable. That's especially true given the state of Netflix show production amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If the shows are in development and continue to be so, an announcement wouldn't be likely until the pandemic eases. That could be months and months away. Resident Evil fans will just have to be patient and enjoy the speculation.
Source: WeGotThisCovered