---
title: "Evil Dead II"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/evil-dead-ii-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 765
imdb_id: "tt0092991"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 3553
content_rating: "R"
---

# Evil Dead II (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/evil-dead-ii-1987

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Evil Dead II is a 1987 American film directed by Sam Raimi. The film is a comedy horror that takes place in a log cabin where Ash Williams and his girlfriend find a voice recording from an archeologist who had recorded himself reciting ancient chants from "The Book of the Dead." This recording unleashes an evil power that takes over the girlfriend's body. The film features a blend of horror and comedy elements, with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Ash Williams and his girlfriend Linda unleash an evil power inside a secluded cabin."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Sam Raimi
- Features actor Campbell

### Caveats & Content Note
- Rated R
- Contains intense horror and comedy elements
- Tone & Suitability: This is a horror, comedy, and fantasy film rated R with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, comedy, fantasy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, IndieFlix, HBO Max, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sky Go, STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | Crave | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Rialto Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Sam Raimi
- **Networks / Studios**: Rosebud Releasing Corporation, Renaissance Pictures, The De Laurentiis Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bruce Campbell** as *Ash*
- **Sarah Berry** as *Annie*
- **Dan Hicks** as *Jake*
- **Kassie DePaiva** as *Bobby Joe*
- **Ted Raimi** as *Possessed Henrietta*
- **Denise Bixler** as *Linda*
- **Richard Domeier** as *Ed*
- **John Peakes** as *Professor Knowby*
- **Lou Hancock** as *Henrietta*
- **Snowy Winters** as *Dancer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Evil Dead II released?
It was released in 1987, with a US release date of 03/13/1987.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Sam Raimi, who also co-wrote it.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
Campbell returns in the film, which also features Ash Williams and Linda.

### Q: What is the runtime and rating?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes and is rated R.

### Q: What is the film's genre?
It is classified under horror, comedy, and fantasy.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Evil Dead II — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/765)
- [Evil Dead II](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evil_Dead_II)
- [Evil Dead II | film by Raimi [1987] | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/topic/Evil-Dead-II)
- [Evil Dead II (1987) | FilmTotaal](https://www.filmtotaal.nl/film/7275)
- [Evil Dead II (Film, 1987) - MovieMeter.nl](https://www.moviemeter.nl/film/265)
- [‎Evil Dead II (1987) directed by Sam Raimi • Reviews, film + cas…](https://letterboxd.com/film/evil-dead-ii/)

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