Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Scott Spiegel, 'Evil Dead II' Writer, Dies at 67
Scott Spiegel, who helped write the scary movie 'Evil Dead II' and worked on the 'Hostel' movies, has passed away.
He was also an actor and director, starting his career with friends in high school.
Spiegel was born in Michigan and made a movie called 'It's Murder!'
with his friends.
He directed films like 'From Dusk Till Dawn 2' and 'Hostel: Part III.'
Spiegel was known for his work in the horror genre and his collaborations with Bruce Campbell and Sam Raimi.
His friend Bruce Campbell shared his sadness, remembering Spiegel as a big part of his life.
Scott Spiegel, co-writer of Evil Dead II and executive producer of the Hostel franchise, has died.
He was 67 years old.
Bruce Campbell, a longtime friend, shared the news and expressed his grief.
Spiegel also directed films and appeared in movies like Spider-Man and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
He began his film career in high school with It's Murder!.
- Who
- Scott Spiegel
- What
- Died at the age of 67.
- When
- Announced on September 1, 2025
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- N/A
- Full Name
- Scott Spiegel
- Age at Death
- 67
- Known For
- Co-writing Evil Dead II, executive producing Hostel franchise
- Birthdate
- December 24, 1957
- Birthplace
- Birmingham, Michigan
- Feature Directorial Debut
- Intruder (1989)