Netizens poke fun at Austin Abrams for potentially starring in the next Resident Evil: “Will he play Alice”

If you ever think your life is difficult, tell yourself that at least you're not Austin Abrams. That guy navigated through the most toxic high school, fought an entire clan of the undead, and now will be up against zombies. Oh, in case you are wondering when he did all those things and how he is still sane after all of this, here's the thing - he did all this on screen.

He played a high school-going teenager in Euphoria, dodged the undead in The Walking Dead, and reportedly will be the new zombie slayer in the upcoming Resident Evil film. Word on the street, which means the internet, is that Austin Abrams is in talks to star in the new film. And who's genius idea is that? Zach Cregger, the guy set to direct the film.

The film is set to release on September 18, 2026, but everyone is still unsure of what the settings could be this time. They have two perfect games, Resident Evil: Biohazard and Resident Evil: Village, to choose from. Let's see which one gets picked. Or maybe they have something entirely new planned.

Another big question is how a sweet-looking, blonde-haired, slim boy like Austin Abrams fits into this film. Will he be playing Luke Baker? He sure has the look for it, but the skill? Fans will have to wait and watch on September 18, next year.

Fan reaction to Austin Abrams reportedly starring in the next Resident Evil

If Austin Abrams ends up getting the role, this will be his second collaboration with director Zach Cregger, the first being another upcoming project, the horror film Weapons.

Resident Evil fans are excited about the new project but are not sure about Austin Abrams. They can't seem to figure out how he fits into the franchise. Many have an idea that he may play Luke, but lowkey are hoping he doesn't. Because of many reboots, sequels, and bizarre casting nowadays, people have lost all hope in films.

Abrams's casting hasn't given them much hope either, and that's why they took to social media and dished out some hilarious reactions. Here are some that you might enjoy.

One user, @thec0med1an, gave an instant response to the news,

"Will he play Alice?"

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Another user, @GhostofTroyMc, was onto something but also was way off-topic,

""Is that Barron Trump"

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User @TheRealMaxpie asked a genuine question,

"Does Hollywood make anything that isn't a remake, prequel, sequel, or reboot?"

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User @BryceStorbakken wrote the most sarcastic comment,

"9th time's the charm?"

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For people who think Austin is a criminal, user @Jhfan13 is talking about his character Ron Anderson,

"This is the same kid who shot Carl?"

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Here is another Resident Evil movie, another hype, but hopefully not another disappointment. (via @AdamMasnyk)

Austin Abrams may be starring in the next Resident Evil. Is it true? If yes, then was it a good decision or a bad one? Fans will have to wait till next year to find out.