Evil Dead Rise: release date, reviews, cast and everything we know about the horror movie (2024)

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Evil Dead is back from the grave with another chapter in the long-running horror franchise and an anticipated new 2023 movie, Evil Dead Rise. To make things even better, the movie has the backing of the original masterminds, creator Sam Raimi and star Bruce Campbell, who are both serving as executive producers.

The Evil Dead franchise has long been a favorite of horror fans everywhere, starting with the the original trilogy of movies starring Campbell as Ash and including the TV spinoff series, Ash vs Evil Dead, and even a 2013 remake that received generally positive reviews.

How does Evil Dead Rise add to the movie franchise? Here's everything you need to know about the horror movie.

Evil Dead Rise release date

Evil Dead Rise is now playing exclusively in movie theaters.

Evil Dead Rise trailer

The first trailers for Evil Dead Rise is here, with a green band trailer for all audiences and a red band trailer for those that want to see some of the gory delights that await them with the movie. Watch both trailers directly below:

Evil Dead Rise cast

Playing the characters tasked with fighting off the unleashed demons in Evil Dead Rise include Lily Sullivan (I Met a Girl, Barkskins), Alyssa Sutherland (The Mist, Vikings), Morgan Davies (Storm Boy, The End), Gabrielle Echols (Reminiscence) and introduces Nell Fisher.

IMDb also lists Jayden Daniels (Shortland Street, Head High), Billy Reynolds-McCarthy (Shortland Street) and Tai Wano as part of the cast.

Evil Dead Rise plot

Lee Cronin wrote the script for Evil Dead Rise, with Warner Bros. providing this as the synopsis for the movie:

"Moving the action out of the woods and into the city, Evil Dead Rise tells a twisted tale of two estranged sisters, played by Sutherland and Sullivan, whose reunion is cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable."

Evil Dead Rise reviews — what the critics are saying

This new chapter in the Evil Dead franchise is a good entry, according to critics. The movie is officially "Certified Fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes, with a score of 88% as of April 21.

Here is a sampling of what the critics are saying:

Andy Klein, AV Club: "Evil Dead Rises [sic] marks a welcome return to the seamless blend of humor and genuine scares and creepiness that Raimi created 42 years ago."

Perri Nemiroff, YouTube: "Evil Dead continues to be one of the most consistent horror franchises we have. Lee Cronin & co. could not have understood the assignment any better."

Jason Bailey, The Playlist: "A viewer's experience depends disproportionately on their personal expectation of what an Evil Dead movie should be."

Evil Dead Rise director

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Cronin not only wrote the script, but he is the director of Evil Dead Rise as well. This is Cronin's most notable project to date, with his past credits including directing two episodes of Sam Raimi-produced Quibi series 50 States of Fright (now available on The Roku Channel) and the movie The Hole in the Ground.

How to watch Evil Dead movies and TV shows

Whether you're new to the Evil Dead franchise or a long-time fan who would love to revisit them before Evil Dead Rise hits screens, here's what you need to know on how to watch the varying Evil Dead titles:

  • The Evil Dead (1981): available to rent via digital on-demand in US and UK
  • Evil Dead II (1987): available to rent via digital on-demand in US and UK
  • Army of Darkness (1992): available to rent via digital on-demand in US and UK
  • Evil Dead (2013): available to rent via digital on-demand in US; streaming on NOW TV in the UK
  • Ash vs Evil Dead: streaming on Netflix in US and UK

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Evil Dead Rise: release date, reviews, cast and everything we know about the horror movie (2024)

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Evil Dead Rise: release date, reviews, cast and everything we know about the horror movie? ›

Evil Dead Rise will have its theatrical release on April 21, 2023, in the United States. The movie is directed by Lee Cronin

Lee Cronin
Lee Cronin is an Irish filmmaker. He first achieved recognition for his short horror film Ghost Train (2013), which won the Méliès d'Argent and was featured in the 2016 anthology Minutes Past Midnight.
https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lee_Cronin_(director)
and produced by Sam Raimi, the creator of the original Evil Dead franchise.

Is The Evil Dead rise a good movie? ›

Evil Dead Rise is sleekly modern, emotionally gripping, and absolutely brutal, gory and appalling, but still fun. Cronin goes there and goes all the way.

Can a 16 year old watch Evil Dead Rise? ›

Horror films are often popular with many younger viewers, especially teens and tweens, but Evil Dead Rise is a bit more frightening than the usual PG-13 movies that populate theaters. As such, the rated-R shocker is not appropriate for children under the age of 15, and earns every bit of its rating.

Why was Evil Dead banned? ›

While the original was beloved by horror fans and became a huge box office hit, the Sam Raimi-directed flick did spark controversy due to its extreme levels of gore and graphic violence – leading it to be banned in several countries including Ireland.

Did people walk out of Evil Dead Rise? ›

Beth And Kassie Are The Only Ones To Survive

Despite Danny and Bridget's best efforts, it is only Ellie's daughter Kassie and her aunt Beth who manage to survive the Evil Dead Rise ending. In a visually spectacular callback to The Shining, Beth and Kassie escape their floor through an elevator flooded with blood.

Which is more scary Evil Dead or Evil Dead Rise? ›

Evil Dead Rise Is Way Scarier Than Sam Raimi's Original Movies. When compared to Sam Raimi's original Evil Dead movies, Evil Dead Rise is way scarier. While the original The Evil Dead was mainly a horror film, its low budget and over-the-top gore gave it some comedic qualities.

Can below 18 watch Evil Dead Rise? ›

Well, it's Rated-R, meaning no one under 18 should watch it. I'd say it kinda depends on how many years you are under 18. If you're 17, 16 or maybe even 15, you should probably talk with your parents about it. If you're under 15, then you probably shouldn't watch it.

Are there jump scares in Evil Dead Rise? ›

To young Kassie, however, the crazed creature before her is still her mother. It is torture to watch Kassie slowly but surely believe that the demon is Ellie. It's a psychologically thrilling sequence mixed in with jump scares that keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

Can kids watch evil? ›

The acting is very good and the plot is interesting and fresh. I would not recommend for children under 14 because some parts of it are quite scary. That being said, I really enjoy paranormal, scary shows, but I despise blood and gore.

Can a 14 year old watch horror? ›

Firstly, you've got to consider the maturity level of your 14-year-old. Some kids can handle mature content and understand that it's fictional, but others might get nightmares or become overly anxious. You're the best judge of your child's temperament.

Which horror movie is banned? ›

Horror movies are often banned in countries due to their disturbing content, such as extreme torture, sexual abuse, and graphic violence. The Bunny Game, Grotesque, Salò, and The Human Centipede 2 are examples of banned horror movies because of their deeply disturbing and graphic scenes.

Is The Evil Dead inappropriate? ›

Parents need to know that Evil Dead is a remake of Sam Raimi's classic early-'80s horror movie The Evil Dead. Like the original, it's filled with over-the-top gore, including spraying, dripping, and raining blood; stabbing; slicing; bashing; shooting (with both nail guns and regular guns); burning; and scalding.

Why was Evil Dead banned in the UK? ›

The Evil Dead was trimmed by 49 seconds including an ankle stabbing, Theresa Tilly's character chewing off her own hand, an eye gouging, a body being dismembered, body blows with a poker and a wooden post, and shots of blood spurts, before it was granted an X certificate for cinema release.

Who is the girl at the end of Evil Dead Rise? ›

Kassie and Beth become horror movie final girls by using a wood chipper to hurt the Marauder and stop them from sawing Kassie's head off. The Evil Dead Rise ending examines the movie's theme of motherhood when Ellie's head, which is now separate from her body, tells Beth that she won't be a good parent.

Does the mom survive in Evil Dead Rise? ›

Technically, Deadites can't really die, so any of the characters from Evil Dead Rise could potentially return for a sequel. However, since Ellie and her children became one big blobby Deadite in the final bloodbath and then got pulverised in a wood-chipper, their resurrection is quite unlikely.

Why is Ash not in Evil Dead Rise? ›

That means that the film must feature the mysterious priest who may or may not be Ash. Unfortunately, it has been well-documented how reluctant Campbell is to reprise his role as Ash in the franchise, as Campbell retired the Ash character after Ash vs. Evil Dead season 4 was canceled.

Is it worth to watch Evil Dead Rise? ›

"Evil Dead Rise" (2023) is a good horror movie from the franchise "Evil Dead". The plot returns to the first two movies by Sam Raimi, with violence and gore and no jokes or funny situations. The atmosphere is frightening, in an abandoned building with a few dwellers, and the make-up and special effects are horrifying.

Why was Evil Dead Rise so good? ›

Evil Dead Rise's intense horror and inventive gore help make up for a so-so story that downplays the franchise's signature humor.

Which version of Evil Dead movie is the best? ›

Every 'Evil Dead' Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best
  • 5 'Evil Dead' (2013) Honestly, for horror fans, no movie in the Evil Dead franchise can be called a bad film. ...
  • 4 'Evil Dead Rise' (2023) Image via Warner Bros. ...
  • 3 'Evil Dead 2' (1987) ...
  • 2 'The Evil Dead' (1981) ...
  • 1 'Army of Darkness' (1992)
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What makes Evil Dead a good movie? ›

"The Evil Dead" can be very scary, but it's mostly great fun to watch due to its shameless amount of gore. This movie goes so over the top, it sort of becomes comic, and I dig that. Bruce Campbell has created such an icon out of Ash, a character who has lasted through 3 films.

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