Ash Vs. Evil Dead

[Tommy Bunz]

As a tv series. Raimi and Campbell are both involved.

Starz Orders ‘Evil Dead’ Sequel Series for 2015

NOVEMBER 10, 2014 | 01:00PM PT
Laura Prudom

Ready for some groovy news? Starz has ordered a follow-up series to the cult “Evil Dead” film franchise, titled “Ash vs. Evil Dead.” The new show will reteam director Sam Raimi with longtime producing partner Rob Tapert and star Bruce Campbell, who will reprise his iconic role as Ash, the stock boy, aging lothario and chainsaw-handed monster hunter who has spent the last 30 years avoiding responsibility, maturity and the terrors of the Evil Dead.

When a Deadite plague threatens to destroy all of mankind, Ash is finally forced to face his demons — personal and literal. Destiny, it turns out, has no plans to release the unlikely hero from its “Evil” grip. The series is slated for 10 half-hour episodes set to debut in 2015.

“Starz first worked with Sam and Rob on ‘Spartacus,’ and we are thrilled to be back in business with them,” said Carmi Zlotnik, Managing Director of Starz. “With Sam writing and directing and Bruce Campbell returning to the screen, we are certain the show will give ‘Evil Dead’ fans around the world the fix they’ve been craving.”

“Evil Dead has always been a blast. Bruce, Rob, and I are thrilled to have the opportunity to tell the next chapter in Ash’s lame, but heroic saga. With his chainsaw arm and his ‘boomstick,’ Ash is back to kick some monster butt. And brother, this time there’s a truckload of it,” said Raimi.

“I’m really excited to bring this series to the ‘Evil Dead’ fans worldwide — it’s going to be everything they have been clamoring for: serious deadite ass-kicking and plenty of outrageous humor,” said Campbell.

“Starz has always been a great creative partner and we are excited to be working with them on this project,” added Robert Tapert.

Raimi will direct the first episode as well as serving as executive producer alongside Tapert and Campbell. “Ash Vs. Evil Dead” was written by Sam Raimi, Ivan Raimi and Tom Spezialy. Ivan Raimi will co-executive produce and Aaron Lam will serve as producer.

The “Ash vs. Evil Dead” project was packaged by CAA and Craig Jacobson at Hansen, Jacobson, Teller, Hoberman, Newman, Warren, Richman, Rush & Kaller. Marta Fernandez will serve as the executive in charge at Starz. The cabler will retain all domestic and international multiplatform rights including television, home entertainment, and digital.

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I could be okay with this.

[Spartan]

I would have preferred a new film but the Raimi and Starz team up gave us the incredibly entertaining Spartacus series, so it'll be interesting to see what they come up with for the Evil Dead franchise. I just hope they follow on from Army of Darkness' original apocalyptic ending, since it made for a great premise for a further chapter.

[Blockhead]

I'd be happy if it goes either way. obviously, the Army of darkness vibe would be great but I wouldn't be mad at the relentless gore stylings of the last remake either.

[Tommy Bunz]

FUCK. YES.



didn't realize Xena was in this. looks awesome

[illuminati_guy]

after years of speculation its great to see this is actually happening

[Spartan]

Trailer is great. Still weary about the whole thing, though.

[Tommy Bunz]

Already renewed for a second season
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Soo beyond excited for this.

[battlecatmeowstab212]

Speaking of which, I know it's been re-re-re-re-re-released several times over the past 20 or so years, but the new Shout Factory Blu-Ray of Army of Darkness has to be the definitive version.

It contains all four cuts of the film (theatrical, director's cut, foreign cut and television cut), a brand new feature length documentary on the making of Army of Darkness (which is the best extra I've seen on any release this year) and basically any and everything you could want from a comprehensive release. The film's also never looked or sounded better.

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[Tommy Bunz]

Mine came in the mail earlier in the week, haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet. Going to go through them in order before the premiere, watched the first one last night.
At least the fifth time I've bought a copy of AoD.

[Tommy Bunz]

Pretty great first episode. It's going to be unbearable waiting each week for new episodes.

[Spartan]

Campbell killed it. Hopefully the rest of the episodes are just as good.

[wizeguy]

This was so much fun. Can't wait for the other episodes.

[Random Sample]

First episode was killer. So fucking good.

[Spartan]

Second episode was thirty minutes of concentrated awesomeness.

Latino Kramer really works well with Bruce Campbell.

[Tommy Bunz]

Yeah, thought they overdid the generic rock soundtrack during the fight in the car but other than that it was great. Love how committed to making it an over-the-top blood splatter fest.
Laughed real hard when he punched the mom.
"Latino Kramer" is a great call.

[battlecatmeowstab212]

Anyone else love the second episode more than the first?

[T Rav]

Pretty awesome two episodes. Latest was better and that's a great thing. I'm really happy that Sam Raimi isn't doing Spider Mans or films. This could work out perfectly for him.

[Spartan]

Groovy.

[Tommy Bunz]

Fuck yeah

[Tommy Bunz]

"Not up the butt!........oh god I'm in the butt!"

Fucking dead. Might be the funniest scene of the entire trilogy/show.

[Tommy Bunz]

Isn't anyone else still watching this? This season is a significant improvement on the first one in just about every way. The episode where the Oldsmobile gets possessed was so much fucking fun.

[alpha]

I'm pretty sure I would love this, I saw S1E1 and just never followed up. Will be catching up soon. Thanks for the reminder.