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Movie Info

Release Date: March 13, 1987
Runtime: 84 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (21)
Genres:
Comedy Fantasy Horror
Budget: $3,500,000
Revenue: $10,900,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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88%
Tomatometer
72
72/100
Metacritic
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7.5/10
TMDB
3,429 votes
7.7/10
IMDb
195,600 votes
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Evil Dead II

1987

"Laughter and terror collide in a twisted nightmare."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Evil Dead 2? 🇪🇸 ES: El despertar del diablo 2: muerte al amanecer? 🇩🇪 DE: Tanz der Teufel II? 🇵🇹 PT: A Morte Chega de Madrugada? 🇮🇹 IT: La casa II? All international titles (21) →

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 5/5
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Budget: $3,500,000
Revenue: $10,900,000
Profit $7,400,000
ROI +211.4% (3.1x)

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Evil Dead II is directed by Sam Raimi .

Cast of Evil Dead II

Ted Raimi as Possessed Henrietta in Evil Dead II
Ted Raimi
Possessed Henrietta

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Crew & Production

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Evil Dead II

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  • The film was shot in a small cabin located in Morristown, Tennessee, which was chosen for its remote location and rustic appearance, enhancing the film's eerie atmosphere.

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  • Bruce Campbell portrayed Ash Williams, a character that became a cultural icon, with Campbell's physical comedy and timing contributing significantly to the film's blend of horror and humor.

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  • In a humorous nod to the horror genre, one scene features a character being attacked by a tree, a direct reference to a similar scene in the original Evil Dead, which has become a hallmark of the franchise.

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  • The film is considered a sequel and a remake of the original Evil Dead, with director Sam Raimi reimagining certain elements while retaining the core narrative of Ash's battle against evil forces.

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  • During the film, a misaligned shot shows a character being lifted off the ground by an unseen force, which was later corrected in post-production but remains a notable continuity error in the final cut.

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  • The soundtrack features a mix of orchestral scores and sound effects that contribute to the film's unsettling mood, with composer Joe LoDuca blending traditional horror motifs with unexpected musical choices.

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