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The Evil Dead (1983)

Movie85minsRated R 18+

Where to watch The Evil Dead in Australia

The Evil Dead is free to watch in Australia on SBS On Demand. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99.

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Availability checked 13 November 2026.

About The Evil Dead

In 1979, a group of college students find a Sumerian Book of the Dead in an old wilderness cabin they've rented for a weekend getaway.

Year
1983
Genres
Horror
Runtime
85mins
Rated
R 18+
Director
Sam Raimi
Top cast
Bruce Campbell, Ellen Sandweiss, Richard DeManincor, Betsy Baker, Theresa Tilly, Philip A. Gillis

The Evil Dead release dates in Australia

Australian cinema release

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of The Evil Dead

  • Bruce Campbellas Ash
  • Ellen Sandweissas Cheryl
  • Richard DeManincoras Scott
  • Betsy Bakeras Linda
  • Theresa Tillyas Shelly
  • Philip A. Gillisas Fake Shemp
  • Dorothy Tapertas Fake Shemp
  • Cheryl Klamas Fake Shemp
  • Barbara Careyas Fake Shemp
  • David Hortonas Fake Shemp
  • Wendall Thomasas Fake Shemp
  • Don Longas Fake Shemp
  • Stu Smithas Fake Shemp
  • Kurt Raufas Fake Shemp
  • Ted Raimias Fake Shemp
Director
Sam Raimi
Writer
Sam Raimi
Producer
Robert Tapert
Original Music Composer
Joseph LoDuca
Director of Photography
Tim Philo

Cast and crew: TMDB.

Evil Dead Collection, in release order

  1. 1.The Evil Dead16 January 1983
  2. 2.Evil Dead II13 March 1987
  3. 3.Army of Darkness31 October 1992

Evil Dead movies in order, and where to stream every one

Collection: TMDB.

The Evil Dead trailer

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Got a question about The Evil Dead?

Is The Evil Dead on Netflix in Australia?

No, The Evil Dead is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is free on SBS On Demand.

Can I watch The Evil Dead for free in Australia?

Yes, you can watch The Evil Dead for free in Australia on SBS On Demand. Free services are paid for by ads. It was added to SBS On Demand on 11 September 2026.

Can I rent or buy The Evil Dead in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy The Evil Dead in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $12.99).