Ep 1. Dig Me Up, Dig Me Down

Stan Against Evil is an American horror comedy television series created by Dana Gould. The show follows the life of Stan Miller, played by John C. McGinley, a retired sheriff who is forced to team up with his replacement, Evie Barrett, played by Janet Varney, to fight off evil creatures that haunt their small New England town.

In the show's first season and episode, "Dig Me Up, Dig Me Down," the audience is introduced to Stan Miller, a boozing, ruggedly handsome, and cranky ex-sheriff of Willard’s Mill, New Hampshire. Stan has a somewhat difficult relationship with his replacement, Evie Barrett, the town's new and ambitious sheriff who also happens to be a woman. Stan is struggling with life after retirement and the loss of his wife and is sarcastic, grumpy, and not ready to accept that it is time to move on.

The episode starts with Stan digging a grave for his cat, only to discover strange symbols in the dirt. Meanwhile, Evie is investigating the construction of a new library that has unearthed a 17th-century grave, unleashing a curse on the town that affects everyone who comes into contact with it. Initially believing the curse to be a hoax, Evie soon realizes that the curse is real when the townsfolk begin to die.

In this episode, Stan and Evie must team up to defeat the supernatural forces before the curse claims more lives. Along the way, they enlist the help of Denise, the quirky, conspiracy-theorist town librarian, played by Deborah Baker Jr., who has an encyclopedic knowledge of all things paranormal. Together, they must solve the mystery of the curse and prevent the forces of evil from wreaking havoc on the town.

The episode is filled with both horror and comedy elements, creating a perfect blend of genres that keeps the audience entertained and engaged. Stan's sarcastic and grumpy nature adds an additional layer of comedy to the show, and his reluctance to accept the supernatural occurrences further builds tension and suspense in the episode.

Overall, Stan Against Evil's first episode, "Dig Me Up, Dig Me Down," is a solid introduction to the world of the show. It sets the tone for what is to come, establishing its characters, setting, and plot in a way that makes the audience invested in the story. With a perfect blend of horror and comedy, the show promises to be an entertaining ride for fans of both genres.