Evil Dead Burn Begins Filming in New Zealand

Evil Dead Burn Begins Filming in New Zealand

Production has officially started on Evil Dead Burn, the next installment in the long-running horror franchise.

Filming Confirmed by Director Sébastien Vaniček

French filmmaker Sébastien Vaniček (Infested) confirmed the news by posting a clapboard on Instagram with the caption “DAY 1 – FROM 93 TO NZ,” signaling the start of production in New Zealand. The hashtag #EvilDeadBurn accompanied the post, confirming the film’s title.

What We Know About Evil Dead Burn

While official plot details remain under wraps, Evil Dead Burn is expected to follow the franchise’s signature mix of supernatural horror and bloody violence. The film follows 2023’s Evil Dead Rise, which brought in $147 million globally and helped reignite fan interest in the series.

Creative Team and Production Details

Vaniček’s experience with claustrophobic horror in Infested could bring a new edge to the franchise. Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert, and Bruce Campbell are returning as producers. Though Campbell won’t reprise his role as Ash, he continues to guide the series creatively behind the scenes.

What’s Next for the Evil Dead Franchise

Now that filming has begun, more casting announcements and story details are expected in the months ahead. Fans of the franchise can likely expect another brutal and terrifying chapter.

Release info

Evil Dead Rise has a July 24, 2026 release date.

Who stars?

Listed as starring includes Luciane Buchanan, Hunter Doohan, Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Maude Davey, and Victory Ndukwe.

About Patrick Scanlon

Patrick Scanlon writes about pop culture for Cosmic Book News. He has a strong interest in comics, animation, movies, and entertainment, and hopes to one day create his own comic books and animated projects. Outside of writing, Patrick also enjoys computer engineering and coding.

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