"Evil Dead Rise" is an upcoming horror movie directed by Lee Cronin, and it serves as a sequel to the original "Evil Dead" trilogy. The film stars Alyssa Sutherland and Lily Sullivan as two estranged sisters who reunite in a high-rise building in the city, where they must fight for survival against a new demonic threat.
The movie is produced by Sam Raimi, the creator of the original "Evil Dead" trilogy, and Rob Tapert. The screenplay is written by Lee Cronin and Eduardo Sanchez, the co-director of "The Blair Witch Project."
"Evil Dead Rise" is expected to have a more urban setting than its predecessors, as the story takes place in a city high-rise instead of a remote cabin in the woods. However, the movie is said to maintain the same level of gore and horror as the original trilogy, with practical effects being utilized to create the gruesome and terrifying scenes.
The release date for "Evil Dead Rise" has not been officially announced yet, but it is expected to debut on the streaming service HBO Max in 2022. The film was initially scheduled to be released in theaters, but due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the decision was made to release it on HBO Max instead.