When Evil Lurks (2023)
When Evil Lurks is streaming in the US on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel.
The verdict
When Evil Lurks is a dependable Spanish film — it does what it sets out to do. It carries a 7.2/10 on TMDB across 1,547 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It keeps things short at 100 minutes — no heavy commitment required. In the US you can stream it on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 100 minutes on it?
100 minutes of Spanish horror with a thriller streak. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 1,547 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- dread and jump scares aren't what you want tonight
- Best for
- A weeknight
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 40m — short |
| Watch with family? | NR · Check rating |
| Genre | Horror / Thriller |
| Language | Spanish |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Demián Rugna
Cast
Where to watch in the US
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-19 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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