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[Dusk Golem]

3rd episode was weaker than the first two, but still fun. I really liked the demon design. It's just that any time Ash is not on the screen is generally dull. But then Ash and Pablo come back and are fucking incredible together and it makes the duller scenes okay. I just hope they find a way to make the police officer interesting, because while she's very easy on the eyes she lacks the humor of the other characters and is mostly just a plot/expository vehicle thus far.

I said this earlier, but basically echoes my thoughts. The cop comes off the weakest since she is the most serious character and I don't think a single joke has come out of her yet, but I do appreciate her more serious horror-esque scenes.

I think as of now none of the characters have come close to touching Ash, which if it stays like tis for the long-term will hurt the show. For now it's fine, I don't dislike any of the characters thus far or anything, so that's a good thing. It still feels like every character that's not Ash is being forged into their 'normal' mode, aka Pablo is a starry-eyed fanboy of ash, Kattie is moody and not completely trusting in Ash yet, the cop is super serious and getting a handle of what's going on, etc. These veils on the characters are slowly lifting, but they need a lot of legwork to get close to closing the gap between themselves and Ash in the entertainment department, but so far at this point in the series it's fine. I feel they all have the potential to become enjoyable and likable, but they're not there quite yet, but again, I don't dislike any of them so far and they're at least above indifference for me, so I guess to see how it plays out. I'm hoping they'll be a cast of fully enjoyable characters by the end of the season (we got 6 episodes to go, and next week seems to be expanding Pablo, so there's that).

It's also worth noting the first three episodes seems to be what entirely composed the trailers and everything we know of the series outside of small hints, and all of the early media was focused on Ash, so it could very well be they see a lot more fleshing out to become their 'normal' selves in the next few episodes since the first three episodes have been basically set-up (not bad at all, but set-up still). It could very well be now that we're past the set-up phase (all three episodes together would be about the length of a two-hour premiere pilot for another series), we could see the characters becoming better realized now.

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I don't know, I have this sneaking suspicion the next episode is going to be hilarious, though I think that's simply because I can see a Shaman in the Evil Dead universe being potentially hilarious.

 

[UrbanRats]

3rd episode was weaker than the first two, but still fun. I really liked the demon design. It's just that any time Ash is not on the screen is generally dull. But then Ash and Pablo come back and are fucking incredible together and it makes the duller scenes okay. I just hope they find a way to make the police officer interesting, because while she's very easy on the eyes she lacks the humor of the other characters and is mostly just a plot/expository vehicle thus far.

Basically.

 

[Kevin]

Video: Ash vs Evil Dead | Bringing the Dead to Life | STARZ:

https://youtu.be/11O99YTa8ak

Love this show!

 

[Kuroyume]

Third episode was awesome. Liked it more than the second which I also enjoyed. Agree with the comments about the cop. Her acting just seems off compared to the others.

Really cool demon design, and a lot of really good lines this episode.

 

[Fancy Clown]

It's also worth noting the first three episodes seems to be what entirely composed the trailers and everything we know of the series outside of small hints, and all of the early media was focused on Ash, so it could very well be they see a lot more fleshing out to become their 'normal' selves in the next few episodes since the first three episodes have been basically set-up (not bad at all, but set-up still). It could very well be now that we're past the set-up phase (all three episodes together would be about the length of a two-hour premiere pilot for another series), we could see the characters becoming better realized now.

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I don't know, I have this sneaking suspicion the next episode is going to be hilarious, though I think that's simply because I can see a Shaman in the Evil Dead universe being potentially hilarious.

Yeah, I'm hopeful the show will be expanding the scope in the coming episodes, because as great as Ash is (and he is really, really great) he can't hold the entire show on his own if they're gonna be running with A, B, and C plots, which they are. Because it's a tv show.

 

[?oe?oe]

These episodes go by so quickly! Ash is definitely carrying the show at the moment, but I'm not complaining, because Bruce is doing a great job. It's a TV series not a movie, so structure is always going to be different.

Also that demon was amazing!

 

[RatskyWatsky]

L+SD Ratings:

Episode 1: 437K
Episode 2: 276K
Episode 3: 383K

L+3 Ratings:

Episode 1: ??
Episode 2: 566K
Episode 3: 703K

 

[RatskyWatsky]

New episode tonight!

Brujo

Spoiler

An unlikely alliance develops as Ash and the team uncover a new clue, but Kelly pays a price.

 

[Kevin]

L+SD Ratings:

Episode 1: 437K
Episode 2: 276K
Episode 3: 383K

L+3 Ratings:

Episode 1: ??
Episode 2: 566K
Episode 3: 703K

Good to see the shows ratings are actually growing so far. This bodes well for it. Makes me happy.

 

[glow]

ok episode I guess, the first time an ep didn't feel complete to me though. Some pretty funny bits with Ash, especially the part where his life flashed before his eyes.. hahaha

 

[Sanjuro]

The flame is dim, but it flickers.

Alright, nice!

 

[Ninhead]

I loved this episode.

 

[Downhome]

New episode tonight!

Just watched this one on demand on Dish. I had no clue episodes were put up so early!

I loved this episode quite a bit. It just keeps firing on all cylinders for me!

 

[Zeus Molecules]

A city so nice they named it....... Jacksonville lmao

 

[kittoo]

How hot was Kelly looking with those evil eyes and smile!
Am I right, guys?

 

[Downhome]

How hot was Kelly looking with those evil eyes and smile!
Am I right, guys?

I, ummm, thought the same thing, haha.

 

[Easy_D]

I love how Ash's safe place is essentially a postcard of Jacksonville. And that music, talking Eli :lol. This show is fucking great, so glad they already announced season 2.

 

[Holtz]

Great episode, taking a tour through Ash's life was crazy. And Pablo with the robot hand.

 

[Extra Sauce]

Guys, how about marking spoilers when the episode has not even aired yet? Not every country has access to Starz on-demand.

 

[Kevin]

Another great episode to a great show. The humor is perfectly my kind of humor and the deadites are always cool looking. Loving it!

 

[XxSlasherMcGirkxX]

Is Kelly going through puberty or something. Her voice cracks way way too much.

 

[KingKong]

Guys, how about marking spoilers when the episode has not even aired yet? Not every country has access to Starz on-demand.

Then why are you reading this thread on the day a new episode is out

 

[VistraNorrez]

Is Kelly going through puberty or something. Her voice cracks way way too much.

Probably has vocal nodes.

 

[a secret-boss]

I'm glad that monster is back. Too cool to waste on one episode.


yeah Kelly looks hotter in this episode.

I wonder if Lucy Lawless is tied to book. Like one of the creators

 

[j0hnnix]

I'm glad that monster is back. Too cool to waste on one episode.


yeah Kelly looks hotter in this episode.

I wonder if Lucy Lawless is tied to book. Like one of the creators

Exactly!

I just wish the episodes would be longer.

 

[JDSN]

The mysterious woman was lying right? Thats why she killed the deadite before he finished? The trip was really sad in a way, Ash basically never moved on with his life after what happened.

 

[Sinatar]

I just rewatched the trilogy in preparation and realized something.

Ash's evil possessed hand is MIA. We last see it when it stabs that girl while reciting the words to open the portal.

Clearly this is a conflict they need to resolve.

Called it.

 

[SixMachine]

Damn, just missed the new episode. What time does it rerun? I've seen the first 3 episodes and I'm liking it. I had my aunt watching the first episode earlier and she peaced out because she couldn't handle how over the top the gore was, but I found it hilarious. Bruce Campbell definitely is the best of the show, I like when he and Pablo bounce off each other.

 

[SURGEdude]

Is Kelly going through puberty or something. Her voice cracks way way too much.

I kinda like when her voice goes kinda hoarse. thatsmyfetish.gif

A decent episode though the ending was sadly abrupt.

 

[RatskyWatsky]

Guys, how about marking spoilers when the episode has not even aired yet? Not every country has access to Starz on-demand.

Yeah, spoilers need to be tagged until the episode has aired on the East Coast in the US.

 

[ElectricThunder]

The visuals and all else mashed up for the frenzy of the trip sequence was quite possibly the best I've ever seen that done in a tv show or even movie for that matter---such a great ep.

Brujo seems a bit too...oblivious all of a sudden though. I mean, I guess they are building for it---but they are asking a bit too much suspension of disbelief given how his character has been hyped.

 

[gabbo]

The mysterious woman was lying right? Thats why she killed the deadite before he finished? The trip was really sad in a way, Ash basically never moved on with his life after what happened.

The mystery woman being Lucy Lawless right? What was she lying about?
She is either Annie's sister and found his hand in the cabin, or she happens to be the 2nd most unlucky person alive (next to Ash)

 

[jond76]

I'm glad that monster is back. Too cool to waste on one episode.


yeah Kelly looks hotter in this episode.

I wonder if Lucy Lawless is tied to book. Like one of the creators

She said as much, right? She is Annie's sister (from ED2).

Also, Ash's hand!

 

[a secret-boss]

She said as much, right? She is Annie's sister (from ED2).

Also, Ash's hand!

I didn't catch that I thought she felt something when they started the summoning

 

[Kuroyume]

Don't understand how the demon was able to get past the brujo's talismen, but otherwise a really good episode. Loved Ash's trip. Especially talking Eli.

 

[Enk]

I enjoyed this episode much more than the Bassett ones. There was a sense of energy and fun present here that I felt was sorely missing from the previous two, and made me much more comfortable with the series going forth. There was a underlying dull tone that was throughout Bassett’s which wasn’t sitting well with me and I was worried that was what to expect from Evil Dead: The Series going forth, but all that was washed away with this one. I still had a couple of problems (namely with Kelly and how they ended it), but overall it was a highly entertaining time for me. This was also the first episode where I felt we were truly starting to get a sense that this really is a continuation from Evil Dead II.

Some quick thoughts as usual: (SPOILERS)

- Loved the overall colorful look to this episode! Some gorgeous, scenic shots of beautiful New Zeal…err…Michigan!
- Some bold steps taken with this episode for the Evil Dead series as a whole. For the first time we see the Evil Force (that ‘s not in a flesh manifested form). When Ash first saw it in the mirror I was like “Holy shit! They just showed it”! Also it makes sense that it’s a chaotic, evil cloud considering how there’s so much mist and fog present in the first two movies.
- With one quick shot they pretty much dispelled the whole “decapitate a deadite to end a deadite” theory, thankfully.
- Of course Ruby has Ash’s hand that went along with the dagger found in her sister’s back. Looks like it’s still in a good fleshy state!
- Judging by Ruby’s reaction to the deadite's comment there’s probably more to her than just being a pissed off Knowby.
- Eligos was back much quicker than I expected. Glad that he seems to be a reoccurring demon.
- Didn’t care for Kelly’s current transformation. The darkening of the eyes felt kind of lazy to me. Hopefully they’ll take it a step further with her possessed look in the coming episodes.
- “A city so nice that they named it…Jacksonville”.
- Eli!
- Looks like we also got our first look at

Spoiler

the cabin set. They nailed the look of the interior so hard. Can’t wait until the crew finally gets there.

- Maybe it was because Raimi’s episode came out first and might have had less time to bake in the oven, but the callback effects were much better portrayed in this episode. Namely with the doll.
- This episode also brought back some of the Raimi cartooniness that was missing from Bassett’s. Ignoring the trip section, things like how the gore was displayed with eyeballs popping out, the whole trapped in the car and being chased by the Evil Force, Ash falling via green screen, and just having crap thrown at Bruce’s head.
- I wonder how stoned Bruce was during the making of this episode.He seemed to be highly enjoying himself during that sequence.
- I’m very curious as to Ash’s response to Pablo’s robot hand, especially considering rights to the whole Army of Darkness situation.
- As others have mentioned, the ending was pretty abrupt. I guess they’re treating the Brujo section as a two parter.

Don't understand how the demon was able to get past the brujo's talismen, but otherwise a really good episode. Loved Ash's trip. Especially talking Eli.

My only explanation is that it was within Kelly's body so it was allowed to pass. Kind of like how the Terminator is covered by flesh so its metal body could go through time. Movie logic.

 

[ElectricThunder]

Is there a writeup out there citing the vid sources and whatnot for the trip? Some stuff I recognized---but much of that was some deep cuts indeed and had to have been something they spent a good while putting together.

 

[?oe?oe]

How hot was Kelly looking with those evil eyes and smile!
Am I right, guys?

The bit where she was walking creepily to Pablo was quite Mmmm.

 

[Moff]

another good episode
I really like the storylines in the episodes, there is always an interesting idea/concept in them. that and the funny one liners and the gore really appeal to me. it's a niche show but something I like. if they keep that quality I will watch this until it's cancelled.

 

[-shadow-]

I really enjoyed this episode. A couple of serious laughs and some nice gory effect. My only problem is seeing what the POV is actually made of. That worked absolutely perfect as a mystery. So far the only thing I'm disappointed in (well besides the somewhat crappy CGI).

 

[Kevin]

I really enjoyed this episode. A couple of serious laughs and some nice gory effect. My only problem is seeing what the POV is actually made of. That worked absolutely perfect as a mystery. So far the only thing I'm disappointed in (well besides the somewhat crappy CGI).

I believe the POV is made up of different things as in Evil Dead 2 the POV ended up being this thing:

At least that is my interpretation. Probably different scary things in the woods.

 

[pitt_norton]

this show is truly a gift... i'm just so happy to feast my eyes on new evil dead lore.

 

[awilliams213]

This series is pretty damn awesome, I had no idea a second season was even in the cards.

 

[Kevin]

This series is pretty damn awesome, I had no idea a second season was even in the cards.

They want to do a lot of seasons. I heard as many seasons as fans want. All depends of ratings.

 

[fallengorn]

Okay episode. Feels like the first of a two parter. Also, that drive through Hobbiton was really odd. They need flatter scenery.

 

[Dusk Golem]

I actually thought this was just as good as the first episode, a bit overall more uneven, but for me personally it had higher highs than the first episode.

The demon coming into play so soon was unexpected on my part, but outside of that, totally called it (though it was kind of obvious).

I really liked the look of this episode. Them driving, the uncle's shack, inside of Ash's mind... It all had a very nice look to it. Several of the jokes got me, I absolutely loved the trip-out scene, and the side characters continue to slowly grow on me, so that's good.

There's a lot I want to say, but I'll limit myself a bit. I will say this episode did have the most fan-service in it thus far, and promise to build on things from the series past. I also will admit I geeked out a bit at one or two things. Also, I think the trip scene is one of the best I've seen, at least among the best. It was a mixture of hilarious, interesting, and actually giving a lot of depth to where Ash is coming from and where he is now without being too in your face about it. Personal opinion, the tripping out stuff is very well handled.

Only gripe is I feel some of the possession stuff could be handled a bit better, and while again I think this episode generally had better special effects than the previous episodes (they've been getting better and better each episode overall, so that's good!), also like every episode there were a few effects that weren't so good. XD; But with everything else, I am definitely willing to overlook it.

Also, ending was abrupt, but does seem to be a two-parter. Actually, two things I want to seriously compliment this series on that they have nailed from the films and are somewhat understated. Firstly, I love how every episode ends somewhere, and the following episode picks right up where they left off. This was something I always liked about the Evil Dead movies, and so far they've been nailing it in the series. First episode ends in Ash's trailer, second episode immediately picks up there. Second episode ends with the graves by the windmill, third episode opens with the same spot that night as Lucy's character arrives on the scene. So forth and on, but I love how they do that and immediately throw you right back into what's happening. The second thing I have to compliment again is how they're handling the horror/comedy ratio. This was the thing I was always fearing for the TV series more than anything, it'd be too comedy centric and completely miss what I thought the Evil Dead movies aimed, taking the horror aspect seriously but having fun with it but partially letting the horrors play out being part of the fun... Hard to describe, but a lot of horror comedies override the horror aspect with the comedy aspect, the series thus far has done a surprisingly good job at managing and keeping the horror and comedy ratios in check and delivering in both areas.

Overall, for my opinion, I would say:

Episode 1 = 4 > 2 > 3

But I've liked every episode so far. Honestly, this at least to this point has turned out to be a lot better than I was expecting. I'm afraid it's going to end up cancelled, but at the very least I guess we get two seasons. I hope it continues to do better and word of mouth spreads, this is seriously a very fun ride so far.

 

[Exodust]

Call me weird but the third and forth episodes are better than the first two, of which I found to be extremely disappointing(the second was definitely an improvement over the first, though).

 

[Limedust]

It was a rather subtle effect at the end of episode 3, but

Spoiler

after Kelly hit Eligos with the book, they show a small cloud wisping into Kelly's ear.

My favorite part of episode 4:

- Pablo just happens to be an electro-mechanical genius, and builds a new robotic hand (in, what, 15 minutes) from a box of junk.

 

[spookyfish]

It was a rather subtle effect at the end of episode 3, but

Spoiler

after Kelly hit Eligos with the book, they show a small cloud wisping into Kelly's ear.

My favorite part of episode 4:

- Pablo just happens to be an electro-mechanical genius, and builds a new robotic hand (in, what, 15 minutes) from a box of junk.

He was in ELECTRONICS, dude!

Also: When is the Ash, Sam and Dean crossover??

 

[Exodust]

Those scrubs can't hang with Ash.