Sam Raimi’s manic horror-comedy – a man besieged by demons in a remote cabin – was filmed in North Carolina, where a country town and a Wilmington studio built its blood-soaked woodland nightmare.
Where was Evil Dead II filmed?
Evil Dead II was filmed in North Carolina – around Wadesboro and Wilmington.
Every Evil Dead II location, explained
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The cabin – Wadesboro
The remote cabin used the countryside around Wadesboro, North Carolina.
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The studios – Wilmington
Interiors were built at studios in Wilmington, North Carolina.
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Michigan – the inserts
Some scenes used Raimi’s home state of Michigan.
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A woodland nightmare
The story traps its hero in a demon-haunted cabin in the woods.
Planning a visit
The countryside around Wadesboro and the city of Wilmington, North Carolina – the film’s real settings – are accessible.
Evil Dead II Fun Facts
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Filmed in North Carolina The horror-comedy used Wadesboro and Wilmington.
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Horror meets slapstick The film blends gory horror with wild physical comedy.
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'Groovy' Ash’s one-liners became cult catchphrases.
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A chainsaw hand Ash famously replaces his hand with a chainsaw.
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Campbell stars Bruce Campbell returns as the beleaguered Ash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Evil Dead II filmed?
In North Carolina – around Wadesboro and Wilmington.
Is it set in a cabin?
Yes – in a remote, demon-haunted cabin in the woods.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the North Carolina locations are accessible.
Who directed it?
Sam Raimi.
When was it released?
1987.
