The Evil Dead

Name: The Evil Dead
Released: 1981-10-15
Rating: 7.277

7.3/10 (4,485)

·1981· 85 min

Director: Sam Raimi

"The ultimate experience in gruelling terror."

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.

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Cast

Bruce Campbell

Ash

Ellen Sandweiss

Cheryl

Richard DeManincor

Scott

Betsy Baker

Linda

Theresa Tilly

Shelly

Philip A. Gillis

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Dorothy Tapert

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Cheryl Klam

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Barbara Carey

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David Horton

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Wendall Thomas

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Don Long

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In brief

The Evil Dead (1981) is a horror film. With an average rating of 7.3/10 from 4,485 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 25min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Evil Dead online?

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How long is The Evil Dead?

The Evil Dead runs 85 minutes (1h 25min).

What rating does The Evil Dead have?

The Evil Dead has an average rating of 7.3/10 based on 4,485 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Evil Dead from?

The Evil Dead was released in 1981.