Evil's Return(2026)
判妖邪
Evil's Return Synopsis
During the chaotic final days of the Tang Dynasty, Wu Ling refuses to believe the rumors that his sister Wu Shuang has become a malevolent spirit. Using a forbidden resurrection technique, he brings her back to life and devises a cunning plan in the shadowy Temple of the Plague God to uncover the real villains and restore justice.
Evil's Return (2026) is a mystery, thriller and horror film directed by Zhao Cong, released on January 13, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 23m. It stars Han Dong, Dou Guiyu, Song Haijie and Zhao Daixi. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Zhao Cong
- Writers:
- Zhao Cong
- Production:
- iQIYI Pictures （重复 同 iQiyi Motion Pictures）
- Status:
- Released
Evil's Return Cast & Crew
Main cast
Han Dong
as Wu Ling
- Dou Guiyu
Dou Guiyu
as Tian Jinxiao
Song Haijie
as Yang Zhizhi
Zhao Daixi
as Wu Shuang
Liu Xu
Key crew
Directed by Zhao Cong, written by Zhao Cong.
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Evil's Return Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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Evil's Return – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Evil's Return online?
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Evil's Return (2026) is available to stream on OSN+. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Evil's Return?
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The main cast of Evil's Return (2026) includes Han Dong, Dou Guiyu, Song Haijie, Zhao Daixi and Liu Xu. The film was directed by Zhao Cong. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Evil's Return released?
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Evil's Return was released on January 13, 2026 and runs for 1h 23m.
Is Evil's Return worth watching?
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Evil's Return (2026) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy mystery, thriller and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.