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Evil Dead Burn: Home-Release Details, Box-Office Results, and Critical Take
7/29/2026, 3:20:30 PM
Release Schedule and Home-Media Extras
The next installment of Sam Raimi’s *Evil Dead* franchise is set to become available for digital download on August 4. A physical-media edition will follow on September 22, and both formats will include three featurettes covering the series’ legacy, stunt work, and a standout shot from the new film, according to Gizmodo.
Box-Office Performance Compared to Its Predecessor
Gizmodo reports that *Evil Dead Burn* has earned just over $60 million globally, with roughly $30 million from the United States. By contrast, the prior entry, *Evil Dead Rise*, generated about $70 million domestically and approached $150 million worldwide. The newer film’s earnings therefore place it well behind its predecessor in both domestic and international markets.
Plot Premise and Lead Character
The story follows a family linked to the Book of the Dead and the world-invading Deadites. While the sequel lacks the overt humor of earlier installments, it delivers “gruesome” kills and centers on a protagonist portrayed by Souheila Yacoub, a character the reviewer describes as one audiences will root for.
Critical Assessment (Opinion)
Gizmodo’s commentary characterizes the film as “very gross, very entertaining,” noting that despite its financial shortfall the movie succeeds on a visceral level. The reviewer acknowledges the lack of humor but praises the ending for hinting at future franchise directions. This perspective reflects a single outlet’s opinion rather than an industry-wide consensus.
