‘Evil Dead Burn’ Haunted House Coming to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights
The latest film in the horror franchise will be adapted into a terrifying attraction starting in late August at both Universal Orlando and Hollywood.
“Evil Dead Burn” is headed to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights as a haunted house experience.”
- Director
- Sébastien Vaniček
- Starring
- Souheila Yacoub, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan
- Release
- 2026
- Genre
- Horror, Thriller
- Where to Watch
- Theaters
A haunted house based on the film Evil Dead Burn is headed to Universal's Halloween Horror Nights this year, according to Variety. The attraction will open at both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, starting in late August and early September, respectively.
This marks the latest film from New Line Cinema to be transformed into a live horror experience for the annual event. The haunted house will immerse guests in the film's most frightening moments, beginning at the secluded vacation home of the Price family.
What will the haunted house be like?
The experience is designed to replicate the escalating terror of the movie. Guests will venture through the attraction, encountering ferocious Deadites around every turn before ultimately facing the evil forces themselves. The film, which was released in July 2026, serves as the sixth installment in the long-running Evil Dead franchise and a standalone sequel following the 2013 and 2023 films.
Who is involved with the film?
Evil Dead Burn is directed and co-written by Sébastien Vaniček. The cast includes Souheila Yacoub, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Tandi Wright, and George Pullar. Original franchise creator Sam Raimi produces the film alongside Rob Tapert under their Ghost House Pictures banner, with Bruce Campbell and Evil Dead Rise director Lee Cronin serving as executive producers.
When does Halloween Horror Nights start?
The event runs on select nights. Tickets for Halloween Horror Nights are now on sale through the official event website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What other haunted houses are coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2026?
Alongside the Evil Dead Burn house, the event will also feature attractions based on Ryan Coogler's film 'Sinners,' 'Hellraiser,' and a final adventure with 'Stranger Things.' Additional houses and event content are set to be announced soon.
Where can I buy tickets for Halloween Horror Nights?
Tickets for the event are currently on sale. You can purchase them directly through the official Halloween Horror Nights website at HalloweenHorrorNights.com.
Is 'Evil Dead Burn' a direct sequel to 'Evil Dead Rise'?
No, the film is described as the third standalone entry in the series, following 2013's 'Evil Dead' and 2023's 'Evil Dead Rise.' It continues the franchise's tradition of telling new stories within the same terrifying universe.
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