The episode received mixed to positive ratings, ranging from a 6/10 on Medium to a 9/10 from Horror Press.

As the season approaches its climax, "He is Risen Indeed" serves as a frantic "juggling act," pulling together various plot threads while setting the stage for the final two episodes. The episode balances high-octane horror with the series' signature dark humor, though critics from Horror Press note that while some jokes "flail," the episode remains an elite entry in the series.

The episode leans into its Catholic boarding school setting, featuring a plotline where Sister Ruth begins viewing the evil Chucky as a reincarnated deity—a move some reviewers at Medium found to be one of the show's weaker narrative choices. Critical Reception

Franchise favorites Andy and Kyle return to the board, significantly raising the stakes.