Mikey Madison, fresh off her Academy Award win for Best Actress, has reportedly been offered the lead female role in Zach Cregger’s upcoming Resident Evil reboot. While nothing has been confirmed, industry whispers suggest that Madison is seriously considering the role. If she accepts, it would mark a significant next step in her career.
From Oscar Winner to Zombie Slayer?
Madison, who turned 26 on Monday, gained widespread recognition for her performance in Anora, which earned her the prestigious Oscar. Before that, she was known for her roles as the rebellious daughter in FX’s Better Things, her appearance in Scream (2022), and her supporting turn in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
The Resident Evil reboot is rumored to follow a hapless courier, played by Austin Abrams, who is tasked with delivering a package to a remote hospital. However, he soon finds himself in the midst of an outbreak, forced to navigate a world overrun with mutated creatures in order to survive. If Madison joins the project, she is expected to play a pivotal role in the high-stakes horror thriller.
A Hot Property in Hollywood
Cregger, best known for his horror hit Barbarian, is reportedly receiving a $20 million paycheck to write and direct the film for Sony. The project recently sparked a bidding war between multiple studios, including Warner Bros. and Netflix, before Sony ultimately secured the rights. Resident Evil is scheduled for a theatrical release on September 18, 2026, with production set to begin in the fall, shortly after Cregger’s other film, Weapons, debuts in theaters.
If Madison accepts the role, it would solidify her transition from indie darling to mainstream leading lady, positioning her as a major force in Hollywood. Fans eagerly await an official announcement.