SeaWorld, Busch Gardens parks add Sony Pictures IPs to Halloween events. 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' and 'Anaconda' to become new haunted houses United Parks & Resorts has announced major IP experiences for Halloween at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens United Parks & Resorts has announced major IP experiences for Halloween at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment. In a bid to boost its Howl-O-Scream events, United Parks & Resorts has unveiled two horror IPs for this year's events - I Know What You Did Last Summer and Anaconda. Based on the 1997 slasher movie licensed by Sony Pictures, 'I Know What You Did Last Summer: The Final Catch' is a new haunted house at SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Diego, and SeaWorld San Antonio. Like the film, it tells the story of a group of friends who attempt to hide a fatal accident, with SeaWorld guests able to explore horrifying recreations of several movie scenes. "We're always looking for new ways to raise the bar on immersive entertainment, and bringing I Know What You Did Last Summer to our Howl-O-Scream events is an exciting milestone for all three SeaWorld parks," said Marc Swanson, CEO of United Parks & Resorts. "This thrilling franchise has captivated horror fans for years with its suspense and terror. Now our guests will step into that world, facing some of the same heart-pounding moments that made the film come alive." As for Sony Pictures' 1997 film Anaconda, this is being transformed into a new haunted house at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The experience at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is called 'Anaconda: Fear Has No Escape', while Busch Gardens Williamsburg will offer the 'Anaconda: Dead on Arrival' haunted house. "Our fans are always looking for new and immersive scares and bringing Anaconda to our Howl-O-Scream event elevates the experience at both Busch Gardens parks," said Swanson. "The addition of Anaconda, combined with all-new haunts and entertainment, will solidify Howl-O-Scream's spot as one of the nation's top Halloween events." The new I Know What You Did Last Summer and Anaconda houses will debut on 11 September at all parks. Images courtesy of United Parks & Resorts Bea Mitchell News Editor Bea is a journalist specialising in entertainment, attractions and tech with 15 years' experience. She has written and edited for publications including CNET, BuzzFeed, Digital Spy, Evening Standard and BBC. Bea graduated from King's College London and has an MA in journalism.

Resident Evil trailer sends Bryan into a deadly Raccoon City on September 18, 2026. Published on 01/08/2026 à 21:28 The Resident Evil trailer follows Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams, through a night of survival in Raccoon City. Sony Pictures released the video on July 23, 2026. Directed by Zach Cregger, the film will be released exclusively in theaters on September 18, 2026. You can also find its latest video game news. The key facts. * Sony Pictures Entertainment released the official Resident Evil trailer on July 23, 2026. * The film will reach theaters on September 18, 2026. * The story follows Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams, as he fights to survive. * Sony presents an entirely new story set in the Resident Evil universe rather than a direct adaptation of a specific game. Bryan enters a Raccoon City turned into a trap. The trailer follows Bryan across a city transformed into a survival zone. The official presentation describes an unbroken race to stay alive and confirms that the story is entirely new. The film therefore does not promise to replay scenes from Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 4 or Resident Evil 7 frame by frame. Raccoon City remains an immediately recognizable landmark for players. Its name evokes the saga's contaminated streets, locked areas and laboratories. Zach Cregger and Shay Hatten's screenplay uses that familiar setting while following a protagonist who is not presented as one of Capcom's iconic heroes. A new survivor faces an unclear threat. The trailer places Bryan at the center instead of bringing together familiar characters. That choice may surprise players expecting Leon, Jill or Claire, but it gives the film room to build an independent storyline without revisiting the franchise's entire chronology. The video emphasizes the pressure of an impossible route. That premise fits survival horror: moving forward with little information, assessing every danger and never knowing what waits behind the next door. The trailer is not enough to judge the film's overall pacing or how closely its rules will follow those of the games. The film must be more than its setting. The new Resident Evil differs from the previous live-action films described in the available information through its starting point: an isolated character, a city closing in around him and a story announced as entirely new. Comparisons with the games remain limited because the film does not directly adapt a specific installment and the trailer does not reveal its complete plot. It does return to a central survival-horror idea: progress under pressure, with space and the unknown mattering as much as the creatures. For its editorial team, that direction is convincing on paper, but the film will need to prove that it is more than the saga's setting and name. Compared with installments built around enclosed locations and tense progression, particularly Resident Evil 7, the film appears to move that threat across an entire city. The comparison concerns atmosphere, the protagonist's vulnerability and the importance of the unknown, not proven fidelity to the gameplay. Because the film is not a direct adaptation, it cannot yet be measured precisely against any particular installment. The trailer establishes an identity rather than promising a remake. For players, the result will depend less on the number of references than on the role given to Bryan and the survival rules established by the story. If he remains vulnerable amid Raccoon City's chaos, the film may recover a familiar tension without copying an existing campaign. The trailer points in that direction, but does not prove that it can sustain it throughout the film. That remains the main limitation of this first presentation. Resident Evil arrives in theaters on September 18, 2026. Sony Pictures has set Resident Evil for an exclusive theatrical release on September 18, 2026, according to its official page. The information consulted confirms neither a price, preorders nor a video-on-demand availability date. It also does not confirm a new playable adventure, a Capcom update or a streaming platform. The film stars Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis and Paul Walter Hauser. Zach Cregger directs the feature and co-writes the screenplay with Shay Hatten. Sony also credits TriStar Pictures, Constantin Film and Davis Films. The trailer leaves key details unanswered. The video introduces Bryan and his journey through a Raccoon City engulfed in chaos, but it does not detail the film's complete chronology or the exact place of its references to the games. It also does not confirm the presence of iconic characters, Umbrella's role or the precise depiction of the creatures. Those unknowns matter to players: an original story must establish its identity without reducing Resident Evil to its name and a few symbols. The official video remains available through the Sony Pictures 4K trailer. Find more analysis in its gaming articles and upcoming announcements in the news section. Questions that remain before release. The trailer establishes a direction, but several elements still need clarification before September 18, 2026. * Will the film introduce iconic figures from the saga? The answer will show whether Bryan is moving through a familiar universe or carrying a genuinely independent story. * What exact role will Umbrella play in the crisis? This detail will help establish whether Raccoon City is merely a backdrop or a driving force in the narrative. * Will the promotion show more of the creatures? Their treatment will matter as much as their presence, because Resident Evil's tension also relies on what cannot yet be seen clearly. Frequently asked questions. When is the Resident Evil movie being released? Sony Pictures has set the theatrical release for September 18, 2026. No streaming or video-on-demand date has been announced on the official page consulted. Where can I watch the official Resident Evil trailer? The trailer is available on the Sony Pictures Entertainment YouTube channel and is embedded in this article. It was released on July 23, 2026. Does the film directly adapt a Resident Evil game? No. Sony presents a new story set in the Resident Evil universe. It follows Bryan, a medical courier played by Austin Abrams. Who is directing the new Resident Evil movie? Zach Cregger directs the film and co-writes the screenplay with Shay Hatten. The announced cast includes Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis and Paul Walter Hauser. Verified sources. * crunchyroll.com: Crunchyroll News, published on July 23, 2026, reports the trailer's release. * sonypictures.com: the official Sony Pictures page confirming the synopsis, director, cast and theatrical release on September 18, 2026. * youtube.com: the official 4K Resident Evil trailer published by Sony Pictures Entertainment on July 23, 2026.

Sony Pictures Entertainment and Alamo Drafthouse to reopen historic LA Cinerama Dome. July 31, 2026 Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and wholly-owned subsidiary Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, have announced plans to reopen and restore the iconic Cinerama Dome, a Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument located in the heart of Hollywood, following a 6-year shutdown that began during the COVID pandemic. The deal reinforces SPE's long-held commitment to theatrical exhibition and expands its investment in distinctive entertainment experiences. The Dome will undergo restorative renovations starting next month through early 2028 and be operated by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Its historic legacy and singular moviegoing experience will be honored and carefully preserved, with the iconic "Cinerama" name and exterior branding left intact. The restoration will honor the landmark's distinctive aesthetic character, immersive large-format curved-screen presentation, and traditional concession experience that have made it a beloved destination for generations. While the Dome will not operate as a dine-in theater, its traditional programming will be complemented by Alamo Drafthouse's signature programming including repertory screenings, filmmaker series, premieres, and special events. Since 1963, the Dome has been celebrated as one of the world's premier venues for 70mm exhibition, hosting era-defining premieres and unforgettable cinematic events. Its approximately 86-foot-wide, deeply curved screen was engineered to immerse audiences in an extraordinary panoramic viewing experience. The theater helped pioneer a new era of large-format cinematic presentation and remains one of the most distinctive moviegoing environments ever created. As part of the deal, SPE will also reopen the adjacent 14-screen theater complex, formerly ArcLight Cinemas, as an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The theater will offer Alamo Drafthouse premium presentations and dine-in services, curated programming, repertory screenings, events, designated karaoke rooms, and fan celebrations. The complex will retain 35mm capabilities to showcase archival film prints and house several premium format screens with immersive audio and 4K laser projection, including 70mm capabilities. "There is no moviegoing destination anywhere in the world that commands the affection, history, and cultural significance of the Cinerama Dome. It represents the kind of singular experience we value and champion," said Ravi Ahuja, Chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Entertainment. "This is a meaningful moment for our company, our industry, and Los Angeles. We look forward to honoring and extending the Dome's extraordinary legacy." "Hot damn! We're bringing the Dome back, baby. We believe in moviegoing down to our soul, and no venue on earth stands more for that than the one-of-a-kind Dome. I am deeply proud that Sony is investing in Hollywood, literally," said Tom Rothman, Chairman and CEO, SPE Motion Picture Group. "The Dome has hosted generations of unforgettable movie moments. Our goal is to preserve its legendary history while ensuring it remains vibrant now and far into the future." In 2015, Alamo Drafthouse restored and resurrected San Francisco's historic New Mission Theater - now called the Christopher Nolan Cinema - transforming a 20 year long-vacant landmark into one of the city's premier destinations for film. Alamo Drafthouse's restoration of that theater preserved the famous Art Deco façade and historic architectural details, including that of the original grand auditorium. "For 30 years we have championed the kind of theatrical experience that turns a screening into an event, and created spaces where people come together to celebrate cinema. As our new West Coast flagship, we will offer extraordinary programming and events, while returning to Los Angeles one of its most beloved and culturally significant moviegoing destinations," said Michael Kustermann, CEO of Alamo Drafthouse and Head of Sony Pictures Experiences. The deal builds on SPE's 2024 purchase of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and recent investment in Cosm, strengthening the studio's experiences strategy to deepen fan engagement and connection to IP.