The future of theEvil Deadfranchise is starting to take shape. It’s been no secret thatSam Raimihas wanted to continue expanding the Deadite-infested series of films since the massive success of 2023’sEvil Dead Rise, and, since they’ve made their intentions clear, two projects have already been confirmed. One of them, a spin-off hailing fromSébastien Vaniček, who recently deliveredthe spine-chilling French spider horror flickInfestedto U.S. audiences earlier this year, just got a massive update from the director himself regarding a release and a title. In an Instagram post sharing the front page of the script, Vaniček revealed that the new movie will go under the nameEvil Dead Burnand teased that it’s expected to hit theaters in 2026.
No plot details have yet to be unveiled aboutBurn, but ifEvil Dead Riseis any indication, thetitle may tie into what the coreof the new film is all about. It remains to be seen how it will tie into the rest of the franchise as well. The script is confirmation that Vaniček reteamed with hisInfestedpartnerFlorent Bernardto pen the latestEvil Deadfilm, adding to the hope that they can keep the momentum goingafter their international horror success. Outside his work with Vaniček, Bernard has most recently directed and written his own feature, the French comedy filmMeet the Leroys.
Whatever the case, their team-up promises yet another new spin onEvil Deadsince theBruce Campbell-led installments came to an end. In an interview withKonbini, Vaniček shared that he was eager to take the step up into franchise filmmaking thanks in part to Raimi’s promise of full creative control and protection from any studio interference. He plans to keep the new installment unique to himself and his country, while alsokeeping with the promise of brutal, gory horrorthe series is known for. Ultimately, it’s a project he describes as “nasty” that will push both the audience and himself to their limits:
“If all goes well, it will be a film with a French thing, with a French central character. I want to do my post-production in France with my teams. It will be in English, eh, but with one or more French characters who speak English. I told the studio that I wanted to make a nasty film, a film that hurts, from which you come away tested, I’m going to put all the horror I have inside, it will be cathartic, and if I haven’t ruined my career and I can continue to make films behind it, I will move on to something other than horror!”
Burnreleasing in 2026 would fall in line with Raimi and Campbell’s desire torelease anEvil Deadfilm every two to three years. The announcement also potentially gives some insight into the status of the other project in the works.The Last Stop in Yuma CountydirectorFrancis Galluppiearned a shot to take the franchise for a spinafter impressing Raimi with an original idea for a new installment, though updates have been few and far between. It’s still in its early days of coming together, meaning it could be a while after Vaniček’s feature before the untitled project sees the light of day.
Evil Dead Burnis expected to hit theaters in 2026. Get a look at the front page of the script above and stay tuned here at Collider for more on the new title as it comes out.
In a chilling exploration of survival and fear, a group of friends finds themselves trapped in an isolated cabin, where they must face a mysterious and lethal parasite that threatens their very existence. As the infection spreads, alliances are tested and secrets are revealed, turning their sanctuary into a battleground for survival.
