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Evil Dead Rise (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Evil Dead Rise is a 2023 fantasy thriller directed by Lee Cronin, starring Lily Sullivan as Beth, Alyssa Sutherland and Gabrielle Echols. It runs 2 hours and earned $147.1 million worldwide on a $12 million budget. It earned 2 award nominations, including Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards 2024. Critics gave it 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.

IMDb rating
6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
worldwide gross
$147.1M
award nominations
2
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Evil Dead Rise (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h (120 min)
Director
Lee Cronin
Genres
Thriller , Fantasy , Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$12M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Evil Dead Rise About?

The premise of Evil Dead Rise without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

While visiting her sister Ellie in a cramped Los Angeles apartment, Beth unwittingly unleashes a terrifying evil after discovering a mysterious book. Demonic forces are unleashed, possessing anyone in their path and plunging the building into chaos. Beth must now fight to protect her sister's children and confront unimaginable horrors as she battles for survival against a relentless and increasingly violent onslaught.

Evil Dead Rise Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • necronomicon
  • sister sister relationship
  • family relationships
  • sibling relationship
  • book of the dead
  • demon
  • apartment
  • possession
  • chainsaw
  • gore
  • parking garage
  • mysterious book
+38 more
  • blood
  • sequel
  • elevator
  • female protagonist
  • earthquake
  • listening to a record
  • back from the dead
  • violence
  • evil
  • supernatural power
  • los angeles california
  • supernatural horror
  • struggle for survival
  • evil smile
  • aunt nephew relationship
  • aunt niece relationship
  • high rise apartment building
  • apartment building
  • stuck in an elevator
  • trapped in an elevator
  • demonic possession
  • living dead
  • villain not really dead cliche
  • evil dead
  • three word title
  • fifth part
  • survival
  • urban setting
  • supernatural evil
  • evil possession
  • jump scare
  • bathtub
  • decapitation
  • redhead
  • guitar technician
  • husband leaves his family
  • husband leaves his wife
  • high rise apartment
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Cast & crew

Evil Dead Rise Cast & Characters

Lily Sullivan leads the cast as Beth, with Alyssa Sutherland as Ellie and Gabrielle Echols as Bridget. Directed by Lee Cronin; 8 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Evil Dead Rise

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From the director

More from Lee Cronin

More films directed by Lee Cronin, best-rated first: The Hole in the Ground, Lee Cronin's The Mummy, Ghost Train and Billy & Chuck.

Full filmography
Ratings

Evil Dead Rise Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Evil Dead Rise 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 69 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 71/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (60).

71 /100

Evil Dead Rise Echo Score Breakdown

Evil Dead Rise delivers a visceral horror experience that leans more toward positive than negative consensus. The film excels in its practical effects, cinematography, and unapologetic gore, while its narrative and character work generate mixed reactions. Critics highlight the striking visual style and effective scares, whereas some viewers criticize repetitive plot elements and uneven performances. The combined sentiment places the movie solidly in the upper‑mid range, reflecting strong sensory appeal but moderate storytelling and character execution.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, the film showcases strong direction and striking visuals. Critics praise the meticulous camera work, practical makeup effects, and cohesive production design that amplify the horror atmosphere. Users echo this sentiment, noting the impressive gore and cinematic composition. While a few reviews mention monotony, the prevailing view is that the technical execution is polished and effective, resulting in a high artistic rating.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    When evaluating character and emotion, the responses are mixed. Some reviewers commend the cast’s commitment and occasional chemistry, especially among the lead actresses. However, multiple critiques point to underdeveloped roles, uneven performances, and illogical character choices. Audience comments range from praising likable protagonists to describing the acting as weak. This balance of praise and criticism yields a modest but respectable character score.

  • Story & Flow 60

    Story and flow receive a moderate assessment. The pacing is often described as solid, with a concise runtime that prevents excessive drag. Nonetheless, several observers note a lack of originality, repetitive genre tropes, and occasional narrative illogic. While the horror premise fulfills genre expectations, the mixed feedback on plot coherence and engagement settles the story rating in the mid‑range.

  • Sensory Experience 78

    Sensory experience stands out as a strong point for the movie. Reviewers highlight the striking cinematography, dynamic camera movements, and vivid gore that create an immersive visual palette. Sound design and music support the tension without overwhelming the scene. Both critics and viewers repeatedly mention the film’s effective use of practical effects, resulting in a high sensory score.

  • Rewatch Factor 68

    Rewatch factor reflects generally positive but not universal enthusiasm. Many fans appreciate the film’s gore and occasional dark humor, indicating willingness to view it again, especially within the franchise context. Conversely, several comments describe the movie as repetitive or boring, reducing repeat appeal. This blend of interest and fatigue leads to a moderately high rewatch rating.

Plot

Evil Dead Rise Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Evil Dead Rise from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Cousins Teresa and Jessica, along with Jessica’s new boyfriend Caleb, are spending their vacation at a serene lakeside cabin when a shocking incident occurs. An apparently disturbed Jessica suddenly scalps Teresa and decapitates Caleb, all while levitating ominously above the water. This startling sequence of events comes right after Beth, a guitar technician and sister to Ellie, visits her sibling in Los Angeles. Despite being a single mother, Ellie, played by Alyssa Sutherland, is doing her best to raise her teenagers Danny and Bridget, along with young Kassie.

Full summary

The whole story of Evil Dead Rise, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Evil Dead Rise Box Office & Budget

Evil Dead Rise grossed $147.1 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, 12 times what it cost. $67.2 million came from the US and Canada and $79.9 million (54%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$147.1M

12× its budget

US & Canada
$67.2M
International
$79.9M
Budget
$12M
US & Canada 46% Rest of the world 54%
Awards

Evil Dead Rise Awards & Nominations

Evil Dead Rise earned 2 award nominations, including Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards 2024.

2 nominations1 ceremony

Videos

Evil Dead Rise Trailers & Videos

31 videos: 3 trailers, 5 teasers, 12 clips, 10 featurettes and 1 behind-the-scenes video.

All 31 videos
Official Trailer (Green Band)
  • Trailer Official Trailer (Red Band)
  • Trailer Final Review Trailer
  • Teaser Teaser
  • Teaser Happy Valentine's Day
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Evil Dead Rise?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Evil Dead Rise Also Known As

38 alternative titles, including “Evil Dead Now” and “Evil Dead 5”.

Also known as
  • Evil Dead Now
  • Evil Dead 5
  • A gonosz halottak felkelése
  • מוות אכזרי 5
  • Evil Dead Rise: O despertar
  • Kötü Ruh 5
  • Kötü Ruh: Diriliş
  • ผีอผี มตะผงาด
  • A Morte do Demônio: A Ascensão
  • Восстание зловещих мертвецов
  • Kötü Ruh: Uyanış
  • Ma Cây Trỗi Dậy
+26 more
  • Posesión infernal: El despertar
  • La casa - Il risveglio del male
  • Evil Dead: El despertar
  • ผีอมตะผงาด
  • Martwe Zło: Przebudzenie
  • Повстання зловісних мерців
  • قيام الشر المميت
  • Vzostup zla
  • Gonosz halott - Az ébredés
  • Smrtelné zlo: Probuzení
  • להעיר את השד
  • 鬼玩人:復活
  • 이블 데드 라이즈
  • 鬼玩人崛起
  • Zla smrt: Buđenje
  • L'Opéra de la Terreur : Renaissance
  • 鬼玩人 : 復活
  • Зли мртви: Буђење
  • Evil Dead Rise - O Despertar
  • Zlobni mrtveci 5
  • Piktieji numirėliai prisikelia
  • Злите мъртви: Пробуждане
  • 死霊のはらわた ライジング
  • ظهور مرده شیطانی
  • Cartea morților: Posesie demonică, ბოროტი მკვდრების აღზევება
  • ईविल डेड राइज़

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FAQ

Evil Dead Rise FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Evil Dead Rise, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Evil Dead Rise?

Evil Dead Rise runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

When was Evil Dead Rise released?

Evil Dead Rise was released on April 21, 2023.

Who directed Evil Dead Rise?

Evil Dead Rise was directed by Lee Cronin.

More films by Lee Cronin

Who is in the cast of Evil Dead Rise?

Evil Dead Rise stars Lily Sullivan as Beth, Alyssa Sutherland as Ellie and Gabrielle Echols as Bridget, among 8 credited actors.

How much did Evil Dead Rise make at the box office?

Evil Dead Rise grossed $147.1 million worldwide ($67.2 million domestic, $79.9 million international) on a budget of $12 million.

How is Evil Dead Rise rated?

Evil Dead Rise has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.

Was Evil Dead Rise nominated for any awards?

Evil Dead Rise received 2 nominations across 1 ceremony.

Does Evil Dead Rise have a post-credit scene?

No. Evil Dead Rise has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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