The latest film in the 'Evil Dead' universe, titled 'Evil Dead Burn,' establishes connections between the three modern horror movies in the franchise. The film builds directly on the cold open of 'Evil Dead Rise,' where Deadites caused chaos for a group of individuals at a lake.
In 'Evil Dead Burn,' the narrative begins with Jessica, reemerging from the lake from 'Rise,' to torment two men fishing. Following this encounter, Jessica seeks out Will Price, the abusive husband of Alice, who becomes the film's eventual final girl.
The central plot of 'Evil Dead Burn' unfolds during a post-funeral gathering at the dilapidated cabin of Will's late grandfather, Benjamin. The gathering includes Will's father Edgar, mother Susan, grandmother Polly, brother Joseph, and Joseph's fiancée Thya. As the Deadites take control of the family members and the family dog, Alice must fight for survival using available means, including a weed whacker.
This narrative thread reinforces the interconnectedness of the modern 'Evil Dead' films, suggesting a continuous storyline within the horror franchise.