Evil Dead Rise digital release date: When will the horror film be available?

A promotional poster for Evil Dead Rise (Image via IMDb)
A promotional poster for Evil Dead Rise (Image via IMDb)

Lee Cronin's Evil Dead Rise is all set for its digital release today, May 9, 2023, and will be available for early Premium Digital Ownership and 48-hour rental on select digital platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. However, the film's physical media i.e. 4K UHD, Blu-ray Combo Pack, and DVD will be available for purchase on June 27, 2023.

The supernatural horror film has managed to garner worldwide appreciation for its intriguing storyline and a whopping $100 million at the global box office since its theatrical release. Thus, fans can hardly wait for its arrival on online streaming platforms. The movie stars Alyssa Sutherland and Lily Sullivan in the lead roles, along with many others playing pivotal roles. It is based on the characters by Sam Raimi.


Evil Dead Rise plot, cast, and more details

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Evil Dead Rise is the fifth installment in the Evil Dead film series and is also the highest-grossing film in the franchise. Set in the 1980s, the film entails the story of estranged sisters Ellie and Beth, who reunite after a long time apart from each other and try to survive and save their family from deadites.

StudioCanal UK shared the official trailer for the film on January 4, 2023, and it has managed to take the world by storm. The film promises to be every bit as spooky, creepy, and dramatic as fans would expect it to be. Evil Dead Rise is also host to an insanely talented ensemble and has already been subjected to high praise from the critics for its gore and blood. The YouTube channel also released the official synopsis of the film:

"The upcoming film is a terrifying new installment in the iconic horror franchise created by Sam Raimi in the 1980s. A new group of young people uncover the Necronomicon, inadvertently unleashing the mother of all evil."

It continues:

"Moving the action out of the woods and into the city, EVIL DEAD RISE (directed by Lee Cronin) tells the twisted tale of two estranged sisters, played by Sutherland and Sullivan, whose reunion is cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable."

The cast for the film includes Lily Sullivan and Alyssa Sutherland in the lead roles and both actresses have managed to deliver a stunning performance. They have also been subjected to praise for their ability to delve into characters flawlessly and their ability to bring forth the emotions of shock, horror, and fear quite convincingly, by both fans and critics alike.

Australian actor, Alyssa Sutherland has previously starred in a host of acclaimed projects including The Devil Wears Prada, Vikings, Don't Look Up, and The Mist. Whereas, viewers will be well acquainted with Lily Sullivan from her roles in numerous films including, Galore, Monolith, and Jungle, among many others.

The show's cast also includes other characters essaying pivotal roles including:

  • Morgan Davies as Danny
  • Gabrielle Echols as Bridget
  • Nell Fisher as Kassie
  • Richard Crouchley as Caleb
  • Mirabai Pease as Teresa
  • Anna-Maree Thomas as Jessica
  • Jayden Daniels as Gabriel
  • Billy Reynolds-McCarthy as Jake
  • Tai Wano as Scott
  • Mark Mitchinson as Mr. Fonda

Evil Dead Rise will be available on digital platforms today, May 9, 2023.

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Edited by Vinay Agrawal
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