Sam Raimi's influential horror career, which began in the 1980s, has seen him helm iconic films like Drag Me to Hell and Send Help, alongside producing genre hits such as The Grudge and Crawl. His latest producing endeavor, Evil Dead Burn, the sixth installment in the beloved Evil Dead franchise, is currently dominating streaming charts, proving the series' continued relevance.

Evil Dead Burn's Unstoppable Streaming Ascent

Evil Dead Burn has become a streaming juggernaut, securing the Number 11 spot on Amazon's Top 20 VOD chart in the United States and landing at Number 17 globally. This success places it ahead of other highly anticipated 2026 releases, including The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and Hokum.

The film, which follows Alice Price (Souheila Yacoub) as her family succumbs to Deadite transformations after a tragic loss, has garnered generally positive reviews, holding a 71% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 205 critics. It's particularly lauded for its extreme gore, with many labeling it the most brutal entry in the franchise. This visceral approach, coupled with its focus on a family's horrifying unraveling, much like Evil Dead Rise, has clearly resonated with audiences, contributing to its strong theatrical performance where it earned $72.3 million against a $20 million budget.

Luciane Buchanan as Thya in Evil Dead Burn

The Franchise Looks to the Past with a 2028 Prequel

The momentum generated by Evil Dead Burn sets the stage for a significant shift in the franchise's timeline with the upcoming prequel, Evil Dead Wrath. Slated for release on April 7, 2028, this film will delve into events preceding the original The Evil Dead by nearly a decade, set in 1972. While plot details remain scarce, the cast includes Charlotte Hope, Jessica McNamee, Zach Gilford, Josh Helman, Ella Newton, Ella Oliphant, and Elizabeth Cullen in undisclosed roles.

The consistent success of Evil Dead Burn on streaming platforms, following its strong box office run, underscores the enduring popularity of Sam Raimi's horror universe. With innovative ideas continuing to emerge, the franchise shows no signs of slowing down, promising more terrifying and inventive stories for fans.