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Bruce Campbell Taps Out of Evil Dead Franchise
23 Aug
Summary
- Campbell cites declining skills and diverging interests for his exit.
- He starred in the original Evil Dead film and its sequels.
- Campbell will continue as an executive producer for future entries.
Bruce Campbell, the iconic star of the "Evil Dead" franchise, has revealed his decision to step away from on-screen roles in the series. At 68 years old, Campbell explained his reasons were a combination of "ability and interest," not wanting Ash Williams' character to be compromised by diminishing skills as he aged. His interests have also evolved, though he maintains a deep affection for the franchise that launched his career.
Campbell first gained fame for his role as Ash Williams in the 1981 original "The Evil Dead," continuing in its sequels "Evil Dead II" (1987) and "Army of Darkness" (1992). He reprised the character for the three-season television series "Ash vs. Evil Dead," which concluded in 2018.
While Campbell will no longer star in new "Evil Dead" projects, he remains involved behind the scenes. He has served as an executive producer for recent films like "Evil Dead Rise" (2023) and the upcoming "Evil Dead Burn" (2026), and even attended the premiere of "Rise" for a Q&A. The franchise is slated to continue with "Evil Dead Wrath," expected in April 2028.
