The Evil (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1978, The Evil is a thriller and horror film directed by Gus Trikonis, running about 89 minutes. “Escape is just a nerve-shredding scream for salvation!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shortly after moving into a dark, brooding mansion, a psychologist and his co-workers are terrorized by a horrible evil being.
Who’s in it. The Evil stars Richard Crenna as C.J. Arnold, Joanna Pettet as Dr. Caroline Arnold, Andrew Prine as Prof. Raymond Guy and Cassie Yates as Mary Harper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Evil has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV, Night Flight Plus and Screambox Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Evil page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Evil tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Evil (1978)?
- In US, The Evil is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and Night Flight Plus, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Evil worth watching?
- The Evil holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Evil?
- The Evil stars Richard Crenna, Joanna Pettet, Andrew Prine, Cassie Yates and George O'Hanlon Jr..
- When was The Evil released?
- The Evil was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.