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The Evil Dead

7.319831h 25m18MovieHorror

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.

DirectorSam Raimi
WriterSam Raimi
ProducersRobert Tapert·Bruce Campbell

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Cast · Directed by Sam Raimi

BCBruce Campbell
Bruce Campbell
Ash
ESEllen Sandweiss
Ellen Sandweiss
Cheryl
RDRichard DeManincor
Richard DeManincor
Scott
BBBetsy Baker
Betsy Baker
Linda
TTTheresa Tilly
Theresa Tilly
Shelly
PGPhilip A. Gillis
Philip A. Gillis
Fake Shemp
DT
Dorothy Tapert
Fake Shemp
CKCheryl Klam
Cheryl Klam
Fake Shemp
BC
Barbara Carey
Fake Shemp
DH
David Horton
Fake Shemp
WT
Wendall Thomas
Fake Shemp
DL
Don Long
Fake Shemp

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The Evil Dead — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Evil Dead?

The Evil Dead is streaming on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Evil Dead on Netflix?

No, The Evil Dead is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema.

Is The Evil Dead on Amazon Prime Video?

The Evil Dead isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Evil Dead for free?

The Evil Dead is available on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Evil Dead?

Yes — The Evil Dead is followed by Evil Dead II (1987) in the Evil Dead Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Evil Dead?

The Evil Dead is the first film in the Evil Dead Collection.

Is The Evil Dead part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Evil Dead is part of a trilogy, alongside Evil Dead II (1987) and Army of Darkness (1992).

How many movies are in the Evil Dead Collection?

There are 3 films in the Evil Dead Collection: The Evil Dead (1983), Evil Dead II (1987) and Army of Darkness (1992).