Watch Little Evil

Little Evil is a 2017 horror-comedy film directed by Eli Craig and stars Adam Scott and Evangeline Lilly in the lead roles with Owen Atlas portraying the character of Lucas, the titular 'Little Evil'. The plot of the movie revolves around a recently married couple, Gary (Adam Scott) and Samantha (Evangeline Lilly), who move in together with Samantha's 6-year-old son, Lucas (Owen Atlas). Gary begins noticing that there is something strangely evil about the young boy, but his wife refuses to believe him. As the story progresses, Gary becomes increasingly suspicious of Lucas' behavior, including his unsettling whispering and tendency to disappear for hours on end. When Gary confides in his new friends, Al (Bridget Everett) and Karl (Tyler Labine), they suggest that Lucas may be the Antichrist. As the days go by, Gary decides to investigate further and discovers that Lucas' real father is a demonic figure. This revelation only makes Gary's suspicions worse, and he becomes increasingly paranoid and irrational as he tries to protect his family from the demonic forces that seem to be at play. One of the strengths of the movie is its ability to balance horror and comedy, and the humor provides a welcome relief from the tension in some of the more frightening scenes. Adam Scott has proven time and time again that he has a knack for comedy, and he delivers some great one-liners and physical gags throughout the film. Evangeline Lilly also shines in her role as Samantha, infusing her character with warmth and depth. Owen Atlas delivers a standout performance as Lucas, the creepy and unsettling young boy who may or may not be the Antichrist. He manages to toe the line between adorable and terrifying, bringing a sense of innocence to a character who is anything but innocent. The movie's visual effects are also impressive, particularly in the climactic scenes where Gary and Lucas face off against a horde of demons. The use of practical effects and makeup makes the creatures feel more tangible and therefore scarier than if they had been created entirely through CGI. While Little Evil is not without its flaws, such as some pacing issues and underdeveloped secondary characters, it still manages to be an enjoyable and entertaining horror-comedy that is worth a watch. It's a movie that doesn't take itself too seriously, and as a result, it's a lot of fun.