New Live-Action Resident Evil 2 Trailer Pays Tribute to George Romero’s 1998 TV Spot

Back in the late 90’s, zombie movie king George Romero had a brief flirtation with the Resident Evil franchise. Not only was he set to direct a film based on the survival horror series, but he directed a live-action trailer for the release of Resident Evil 2.

It was sadly the closest we got to an actual Romero-based Resident Evil, but it was a fun collaboration all the same. Now, 21 years later, Capcom has commissioned and released a new live-action trailer inspired by the late director’s original, especially for the incoming Resident Evil 2 remake.

You can take a look at the 90-second trailer below.

It’s a nice throwback to the past with a little modern flair, much like Resident Evil 2‘s remake (which we love by the way).

If you’ve not seen the original trailer from 1998, here it is.

To be honest, the actors in the older George Romero one look more professional, although Leon's portrayal is better done in the new trailer. Claire just looks weird.