RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness
RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness

RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness

2021TV ShowEndedJapanese

Years after the horrors of Raccoon City, Leon and Claire find themselves consumed by a dark conspiracy when a viral attack ravages the White House.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users78%
Director: Eiichiro HasumiGenres: Animation, Action, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In 2006, Secret Service agent Leon S. Kennedy is dispatched to investigate a hacking incident at the White House, which is linked to a bio-terrorist attack. Meanwhile, Claire Redfield is investigating a mysterious zombie outbreak in a refugee camp in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which may be connected to the White House incident. Both Leon and Claire find themselves caught in a conspiracy involving a devastating biological weapon.

Critical Reception

Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its animation quality and faithfulness to the game's atmosphere, others criticized its predictable plot, uneven pacing, and character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually impressive CGI and returning characters.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that feels more like an extended cut of a game cutscene.
  • Seen as a decent entry for fans but lacking in originality or deep storytelling.

Google audience: Google users generally found the animation to be a highlight and appreciated seeing familiar characters like Leon and Claire. However, many felt the story was predictable and not engaging enough for a standalone series.

Fun Fact

This is the first full CG anime television series in the Resident Evil franchise, expanding the lore between Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 5.

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