Director Zach Cregger has identified Leon Kennedy as his preferred bodyguard should he ever find himself within the perilous world of his upcoming Resident Evil film. Cregger stated, "If I was stuck in my movie and I could pick any Resident Evil character, I would bring Leon because I would just bear hug myself around him, close my eyes, and just let him protect me." The sentiment was shared on PlayStation Blog, where Cregger elaborated on his choices.
While Leon appears to be Cregger's top pick, he also indicated that Jill Valentine would be an acceptable alternative. He humorously added that Billy Coen might also be considered, provided he could be persuaded to leave his secluded woodland environment. The selection of these characters suggests a preference for seasoned survivors with a proven track record in the franchise's various crises.