When Evil Lurks (2023)
A relentless, gritty horror unfolds as brothers accidentally unleash a chilling, demonic epidemic on their rural community.
When brothers Pedro and Jimi discover that a demonic infection has been festering in a nearby farmhouse, they attempt to evict the victim from their land. Failing to adhere to the proper rites of exorcism, their reckless actions inadvertently trigger an epidemic of possessions across their rural community.
How intense is When Evil Lurks?
When Evil Lurks is terrifying, with extreme gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch.
What When Evil Lurks feels like
- Tone
- bleakgrittysuspensefulchilling
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream When Evil Lurks
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is When Evil Lurks for you?
Is When Evil Lurks scary?
Yes. When Evil Lurks is scare level 3 of 3, one of the scariest titles in the CouchRot catalog.
Is When Evil Lurks gory or violent?
Extreme gore (3 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is When Evil Lurks sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
How long is When Evil Lurks?
When Evil Lurks runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream When Evil Lurks?
When Evil Lurks is streaming on AMC+, Kanopy and Hoopla.
Does When Evil Lurks have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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