Lee Cronin

Lee Cronin (born January 24, 1982) is an Irish filmmaker from Dublin, Ireland, best known for his work as a director in contemporary horror cinema.

Cronin drew international attention with The Hole in the Ground (2019), a chilling feature that helped establish his voice as a storyteller drawn to atmosphere, dread, and unsettling family dynamics.

He expanded his profile with Evil Dead Rise (2023), bringing his approach to a major genre franchise and earning recognition for delivering intense scares and confident, modern horror filmmaking.

Continuing his momentum, Cronin is also associated with Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026), reinforcing his reputation as a director to watch for fans of dark, high-stakes genre entertainment.