The latest installment in the horror franchise, "Evil Dead Burn," features a subtle Easter egg that could offer a glimpse into the future of the series.

The film, which maintains the brutal and gore-soaked tone of previous entries, includes a direct reference to 1993's "Army of Darkness," a pivotal film in the "Evil Dead" saga.

This development is significant as it suggests a potential narrative path for the franchise, moving beyond its established continuity.

"Evil Dead Burn" introduces Benjamin Price, a character who studied the evil Naturom Demonto, also known as the Book of the Dead, as part of a cult called The Circle of the Wisemen.

This name bears a striking resemblance to the Wise Men from "Army of Darkness," who were a group of scientists and sorcerers assisting Ash in the Middle Ages.

The deliberate naming convention within "Evil Dead Burn" is not merely a nod to the past but could be a strategic hint at where the "Evil Dead" series might venture next.

Beyond this particular Easter egg, "Evil Dead Burn" also strengthens the continuity within the franchise.

It directly links its events to "Evil Dead Rise" and features the return of a character from that film, alongside emphasizing the importance of the new Kandarian dagger.

Other Easter eggs in "Evil Dead Burn" include a newspaper clipping that reportedly references the original "Evil Dead" and a photograph of Bruce Campbell, who famously played Ash in the original films.

These elements collectively suggest a concerted effort to weave a more interconnected narrative for the "Evil Dead" universe.