Sony's Resident Evil, which dominated the box office last week as the top-grossing film, is now facing a new wave of competition as it tries to hold onto the No. 1 spot for a second consecutive week. The film, a zombie-themed action thriller based on the popular video game franchise, has been a major draw for fans of horror and sci-fi genres. One of the biggest contenders challenging Resident Evil is the re-release of Marvel's Avengers: Endgame Encore, which brings back the epic superhero film for another round of viewing. The re-release is expected to attract both new audiences and fans who want to relive the movie's climactic finale, which marked the conclusion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase 3. Also entering the fray is Heart of the Beast, a survival thriller starring Brad Pitt, produced by Paramount. The film follows a man who must navigate a dangerous, uncharted wilderness to save his family, blending elements of suspense and drama. Meanwhile, A24 and Robert Pattinson are set to release Primetime, a film that has generated considerable buzz for its unique storytelling and Pattinson's performance. Rounding out the competition is an animated film from Universal and DreamWorks Animation, which is expected to attract families and younger audiences. With multiple new releases and re-releases hitting theaters, Resident Evil will need to maintain strong viewer interest to remain at the top of the box office rankings.