Get ready for a spine-chilling experience like no other—Evil Dead Burn has officially wrapped production and is set to terrorize theaters on July 24, 2026! But here’s where it gets controversial: Director Sébastien Vaniček has promised a film so brutal and cathartic that it might just ‘ruin his career.’ Will this be the horror movie that pushes the franchise too far, or will it redefine what it means to be scared? Let’s dive in.
The sixth installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, this film is a labor of love and terror, brought to life by New Line and Warner Bros. Production kicked off in the eerie landscapes of New Zealand on July 22, with Vaniček at the helm and Florent Bernard co-writing the script. The duo, known for their work on Infested, has crafted a story that Vaniček describes as ‘nasty’ and ‘painful,’ leaving audiences tested and transformed. And this is the part most people miss: Vaniček isn’t just making a horror film—he’s pouring his soul into it, aiming for a cathartic release that could mark a turning point in his career.
Behind the camera, Philip Lozano (Cobweb, MadS) lends his cinematic genius as cinematographer, ensuring every frame is as haunting as the last. The cast is equally impressive, featuring Souheila Yacoub (Dune: Part Two), Hunter Doohan (Wednesday), Luciane Buchanan (The Night Agent), and Tandi Wright (Pearl). While plot details are still shrouded in mystery, one thing is clear: this film is not for the faint of heart.
Here’s the kicker: Evil Dead creator Sam Raimi and producer Rob Tapert are back in action through their Ghost House Pictures, ensuring the film stays true to the franchise’s roots. Joining them are Evil Dead legend Bruce Campbell and Evil Dead Rise director Lee Cronin as executive producers, alongside Romel Adam and Jose Canas, both veterans of the Evil Dead Rise team. With such a powerhouse lineup, expectations are sky-high.
But wait, there’s more! Another Evil Dead project is already in the works, this time from writer-director Francis Galluppi (The Last Stop in Yuma County). Is the franchise spreading itself too thin, or is this the golden age of Evil Dead? Weigh in below—do you think Vaniček’s bold vision will pay off, or is he playing with fire? One thing’s for sure: July 2026 can’t come soon enough for horror fans craving their next fix of blood, gore, and sheer terror.
