Little Evil
Little Evil

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Little Evil

2017
Movie
94 min
English

Gary, who has just married Samantha, the woman of his dreams, discovers that her six-year-old son may be the Antichrist.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users70%
Director: Elias KoteasGenres: Comedy, Horror, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A man marries the woman of his dreams, only to discover her young son is the Antichrist. He must decide whether to kill the child or protect him from an evangelical cult determined to bring about the end of the world. The film balances humor with genuine horror elements as Gary navigates his new stepfather role and the escalating supernatural threats.

Critical Reception

Little Evil received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences, who praised its unique blend of horror and comedy, as well as the performances of its lead actors. It was noted for its clever premise and surprisingly heartfelt moments, though some found its tone occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept and successful fusion of horror and comedy.

  • Adam Scott and Evangeline Lilly's performances were highlighted as strong points.

  • Appreciated for its dark humor and surprisingly touching moments.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'Little Evil', often citing its humorous take on the Antichrist trope and the chemistry between the leads. Some found it a fun and lighthearted horror-comedy, though a segment of viewers wished for more scares or a tighter plot.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Elias Koteas, is also a prominent actor known for roles in films like 'The Thin Red Line' and 'Shutter Island'.

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Dr_Nostromo

Dr_Nostromo

59/100 A man begins to believe his new step-son is the Antichrist. Basically a parody of "The Omen" (they actually mention it in the film), this was somewhat entertaining with a few colorful characters. Although there were a couple of la...

Reno

Reno

**Unlike step-father, unlike step-son!** This is from the director of 'Tucker & Dale vs Evil'. So the expectations were high, but it was a let down. The film is watchable, but not good enough. It is actually a spoof. If you are familiar ...

Gimly

Gimly

Not to be confused with the Schmoes Know documentary of the same name, _Little Evil_ is essentially an Omen parody. The movie is a let down in pretty much every way, but the biggest disappointment of all is knowing that this is somehow from...