After the chilling success of Evil Dead Rise, director Lee Cronin is set to embark on a new horror venture with industry giants Blumhouse Productions and Atomic Monster. This collaboration marks a significant milestone following the merger of these two powerhouses.
New Collaboration in the Works
The upcoming project will feature Cronin as both the writer and director. Scheduled for release on April 17, 2026, this initiative represents the first collaboration between the merged entities of Blumhouse Productions, Atomic Monster, and Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group.
Reflecting on this opportunity, Cronin remarked, I am super excited to be gathering up my gang of oddballs from Doppelgängers to join forces with the overlords of horror at Blumhouse and Atomic Monster. Collaborating with Jason, James and the wonderful teams from these two storied and massively successful organizations is what perfect nightmares are made of.
An Anticipated Release
While details about the plot are currently under wraps, audiences anticipate a typical mix of gore and suspense associated with Cronin’s distinct style. The director teased fans by mentioning, I’ve got something wickedly entertaining and terrifying hidden up my sleeve, and I can’t wait to bring it screaming to the big screen on April 17th, 2026.
Words from Industry Leaders
The excitement isn’t just limited to Cronin. Atomic Monster CEO James Wan expressed his enthusiasm: Lee is a gifted filmmaker in the world of horror whose storytelling has electrified audiences. We’re excited to collaborate with him on this project, and to bring viewers on a wildly entertaining ride.
His sentiments were echoed by Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum who added, Lee’s work is always fresh and surprising and he has an intriguing, modern take on something quite ancient that I think audiences will love.
The Future of Evil Dead
The horizon looks promising for Evil Dead fans as well. According to reports, two new movies are in development: one directed by Sébastien Vaniček (Vermin) and another by Francis Galluppi (The Last Stop In Yuma County). Although it remains unclear which project will hit theaters first, it’s evident that there’s plenty for fans to look forward to.
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