Return to Raccoon City 30 years after its apocalyptic events in Resident Evil. Based on the video games and movies of the same name, this new series follows Jade Wesker, a woman determined to take down the people responsible for the T-virus. If you’re wondering how to watch Resident Evil on Netflix, here are some methods to do so.
Where to Watch Resident Evil
Good news! You and your family can enjoy not only Resident Evil but everything Netflix has to offer. With Netflix, there are no extra costs and no contracts. Watch from your smartphone, tablet, smart TV, laptop, or streaming device. Plans range from $6.99 to $19.99 a month, making it easy to pick an option that gives you access to hit TV shows, movies, documentaries, and more.
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How Many Episodes Are in Resident Evil?
There are eight episodes in Resident Evil. Each episode lasts 60 minutes on average. You can check the complete list of Resident Evil episodes and their scheduled date release here below.
- “Welcome to New Raccoon City”: July 14, 2022
- “The Devil You Know”: July 14, 2022
- “The Light”: July 14, 2022
- “The Turn”: July 14, 2022
- “Home Movies”: July 14, 2022
- “Someone’s Little Girl”: July 14, 2022
- “Parasite”: July 14, 2022
- “Revelations”: July 14, 2022
What Are the Critics Saying About Resident Evil?
Resident Evil received a 54% from critics and a 26% from audience viewers. Most viewers, especially long-term fans of the franchise, were disappointed by the show. Audiences found it suffered from poor pacing, lackluster writing, and heavy deviation from the original plot points of the games. Unless you’re a very dedicated fan, enjoy campy horror, or are unfamiliar with the source material, this show is likely a pass.
“I have not been more disappointed in a show in a long time but maybe that was my mistake in assuming the ninth try in getting Resident Evil right would be the one to work.” – Alex Maidy, JoBlo’s Movie Network
“Netflix’s newest horror series, Resident Evil, fails miserably in attempting to immerse itself in the critically-acclaimed franchise.” – Cade Taylor, Tell-Tale TV
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Is Resident Evil Suitable for Kids?
Resident Evil is rated TV-MA, which is suitable for viewers ages 17+. The series contains severe depictions of violence and gore. It also contains moderate depictions of profanity and frightening or intense scenes, as well as mild depictions of alcohol and drugs.
