The highly anticipated cast of the Resident Evil movie has welcomed another surprise name. Emmy and Golden Globe winner Paul Walter Hauser will bring an important character to life in Sony’s live-action production. With Hauser’s addition, the cast of the film grows stronger, and anticipation increases for the project’s release date of September 18, 2026.
According to a special report by Deadline, Hauser previously played Mole Man in Marvel’s “Fantastic Four: First Steps” film and portrayed Capt. Ed Hocken Jr. in the “Naked Gun” series. He also demonstrated a significant career breakthrough with his performance in the Apple TV+ series “Black Bird,” earning both Emmy and Golden Globe awards. While it is known that Hauser will share the lead role with Austin Abrams in the film, the details of his character have not been disclosed, but his experience in comedy and drama heightens audience curiosity.
Director Zach Cregger’s latest film “Weapons” has achieved box office success, raising questions about whether the same interest will be reflected in the Resident Evil adaptation. With strong directing vision and an award-winning cast, excitement for the project set to release in 2026 continues to rise.
The Resident Evil project announced another surprise addition to its long-awaited ensemble. Emmy and Golden Globe winner Paul Walter Hauser will play an important role in Sony’s production. The announced release date of September 18, 2026, has generated great interest among fans.
Hauser will join the current leading actor Austin Abrams. While details about his character are currently kept secret, his diverse successful performances signal a strong dynamic for this role. His talents showcased in productions like “Fantastic Four: First Steps” and “The Naked Gun” suggest he will also make a notable contribution to this project.
