The original film 'The Evil Dead', directed by Sam Raimi, is released, launching the franchise.
The sequel to 'The Evil Dead', titled 'Evil Dead II', directed by Sam Raimi, is released, blending horror and comedy and expanding the franchise.
The third film in the series, 'Army of Darkness', directed by Sam Raimi, is released, introducing more fantasy elements to the franchise.
The TV series 'Ash vs Evil Dead' premieres on Starz, continuing the story of Ash Williams and revitalizing the franchise for television.