Box Office: ‘Resident Evil’ Reboot Targets Franchise-Best $45 Million Debut

By Rebecca Rubin

Rebecca Rubin

Senior Film and Media Reporter

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Movie theater operators are counting on “Resident Evil” to scare some life into the early fall box office.

Sony’s horror-comedy reboot of the zombie-infested property is targeting a strong $40 million to $50 million in its domestic debut. With strong reviews and glowing word-of-mouth, rivals and independent tracking services believe that initial ticket sales will surpass $50 million and could near $60 million.

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