The Evil Dead
"The ultimate experience in gruelling terror."
Originally released in 1981. The Evil Dead is a horror film. directed by Sam Raimi. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, and Richard DeManincor
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 15, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (4,334 votes)
Budget
$350K
Production budget
Box Office
$29.6M
84.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $350,000
- Revenue
- $29,612,367
Production Companies
- Renaissance Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Evil Dead about?
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.
Who directed The Evil Dead?
The Evil Dead was directed by Sam Raimi.
How long is The Evil Dead?
The Evil Dead has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Evil Dead released?
The Evil Dead was released on October 15, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Evil Dead?
The main cast of The Evil Dead includes Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker, Theresa Tilly.
Is The Evil Dead worth watching?
The Evil Dead has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 4,334 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.