The Evil Dead
The ultimate experience in gruelling terror.
19821h 25m7.3(4,604 votes)
Horror
Synopsis
In 1979, a group of college students find a Sumerian Book of the Dead in an old wilderness cabin they've rented for a weekend getaway.
The Evil Dead (1982) is a horror film directed by Sam Raimi. It stars Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, and Richard DeManincor. The film runs for 1 hour 25 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.3 out of 10 from 4,604 votes.
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Director
Cast
Bruce Campbell
Ash
Ellen Sandweiss
Cheryl
Richard DeManincor
Scott
Betsy Baker
Linda
Theresa Tilly
Shelly
Philip A. Gillis
Fake Shemp
Dorothy Tapert
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Where can I watch The Evil Dead?
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Who stars in The Evil Dead?
The Evil Dead stars Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, and Betsy Baker, and was directed by Sam Raimi.
How long is The Evil Dead?
The Evil Dead has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes.
When did The Evil Dead come out?
The Evil Dead was released in 1982.
What genre is The Evil Dead?
The Evil Dead is a horror film.
Is The Evil Dead worth watching?
The Evil Dead holds an average audience score of 7.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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