Sam Raimi’s The Evil Dead is known for its graphic violence and sexual content. When the film was released in 1981, it shocked audiences worldwide. While many hailed it as a masterpiece, several countries banned the film. However, now that the film has returned to theatres for spooky season 2025, let’s take a look at why it was banned in the first place.
The Evil Dead was banned soon after its release
Sam Raimi made history with his 1981 horror saga, The Evil Dead. The film became the talk of the town, sparking intrigue. However, it was banned by several countries. Why? Well, according to the University of Delaware, The Evil Dead was banned in Finland, Ukraine and Singapore because of its depiction of violence, sex and gore. The San Diego Reader reports that even Sam regrets including a particular scene due to its gratuitous nature.
