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

Evil Dead Rise: release date, reviews, cast and everything we know about the horror movie (1)

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)

FAQs

Is The Evil Dead Rise movie worth watching? ›

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. Fresh score.

Can a 13 year old watch The Evil Dead? ›

Evil Dead Rise Is Not Appropriate For Children Under The Age Of 15.

What is The Evil Dead Rise movie about? ›

Does Evil Dead Rise have inappropriate scenes? ›

This movie is entirely gory, but they make it in a comical way. almost every scene either has buckets of gallons of blood, people getting dismembered or else. There's not much language but a 13 year old can handle this.

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.

Who survives in Evil Dead Rise? ›

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.

Can my 7 year old watch Deadpool? ›

Deadpool is a truly incredible movie. Ryan Reynolds does a fantastic job portraying the hilarious and crude anti-hero "Deadpool". The writing in this movie is just plain phenomenal, and the comedy: golden. However, Deadpool is not for kids.

Can a 13 year old watch horror? ›

11-13 year olds may be better equipped to navigate the scary movie scene on some level but each child is different. If your child watches something that they say is not scary to them but then starts coming to you at night wanting to sleep closer to you or is having nightmares let their behavior speak for them.

Can a 14 year old watch dead to me? ›

This scene can be a bit gross to sensitive viewers, but wasn't to me particularly. Overall, not too much violence. OVERALL REVIEW/THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR: All in all, this show was amazing, but a bit mature. I would recommend it to somewhat older viewers (14+).

How bad is the gore in Evil Dead Rise? ›

Characters are stabbed, slashed, scalped and bitten by demonic forces. There is a scene with an elevator loaded with blood explodes. Extremely bloody, gory and terrifying.

Who was the demon in Evil Dead Rise? ›

The Marauder Is Evil Dead's Most Horrifying (& Chaotic) Demon Yet. Evil Dead Rise's Marauder is now the Sam Raimi franchise's most terrifying demonic creature yet, not just because of the grotesque body horror used to create it, but also because of the difficulty in destroying it.

What happened to Ellie in Evil Dead Rise? ›

The building's power fails and Ellie is possessed by an unseen force. She returns to the apartment in a trance, menacingly threatens her family, and dies after pleading with Beth to protect her children. Ellie's neighbours help lay her to rest in her bedroom and search for a way out.

Why was Evil Dead banned? ›

The Evil Dead Was Banned for Graphic Depictions Of Violence

The Evil Dead opens with five young people -- Ashley “Ash” Williams, his sister Cheryl, Ash's girlfriend Linda, their friend Scott and Scott's girlfriend Shelly -- on a trip to a cabin in the woods.

Can I watch Evil Dead Rise with family? ›

This movie is entirely gory, but they make it in a comical way. almost every scene either has buckets of gallons of blood, people getting dismembered or else. There's not much language but a 13 year old can handle this.

Are there jumpscares in Evil Dead Rise? ›

Evil Dead Rise is undoubtedly a family film before anything else—and no, not the family film that you can take your kids to. Between the impressive costumes and makeup, jump scares, and unnerving plot, Evil Dead Rise is a show of horror in its prime.

Should you watch Evil Dead Rise alone? ›

Even if Evil Dead Rise does retroactively connect the 2013 film with the previous films, none of those entries are required to understand Evil Dead Rise. The film is a stand-alone film and can be enjoyed if somebody has seen every entry or is coming in fresh.

Should I watch Evil Dead before Evil Dead Rise? ›

In terms of what you should watch before Evil Dead Rise, though, there isn't any hard and fast rule in terms of chronology or continuity. The latest film is meant to simply be another story within the world of Evil Dead, but doesn't necessarily call upon the events of previous installments to build on its narrative.

Which version of Evil Dead movie is the best? ›

While the original introduced the franchise to the world, Evil Dead 2 is the best Evil Dead movie. What really sets Evil Dead 2 apart from the other Evil Dead movies is the formation of Ash into the iconic horror hero that millions of fans know and love, cementing Bruce Campbell as a genre sensation along the way.

Which Evil Dead movie should I watch first? ›

The Evil Dead (1981)

The Evil Dead is a fantastic introduction into the franchise, showing the skill that its soon-to-be-iconic director (Sam Raimi) has with the camera, making an unforgettable movie (albeit one that would be much improved upon with future outings) on an extremely limited budget.

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