Scott Derrickson

Scott Derrickson, born on July 16, 1966, is an **American filmmaker** renowned for his work in the horror genre. Some of his most noted works include *The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)*, *Sinister (2012)*, *The Black Phone (2021)*, and the highly-anticipated sequel, *The Black Phone 2 (2025)*. On top of that, Derrickson is also well-known for his contribution to the Marvel Cinematic Universe through the superhero film *Doctor Strange (2016)*. Derrickson kickstarted his career in the industry with Hellraiser: Inferno, part of the Hellraiser series, which was released directly to video in 2000. Since then, Derrickson's extensive career has included a variety of high-grossing films, such as *The Exorcism of Emily Rose*, which netted over $144 million globally and won the 2005 Saturn Award for Best Horror or Thriller Film. Following works like *The Day the Earth Stood Still* remake and critically acclaimed *Sinister* continued his success streak. Derrickson, however, stepped down from the director's chair for *Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness* over creative differences but remained as an executive producer. His most recent directorial venture, *The Black Phone*, received several accolades including Best Horror Film at the 47th Saturn Awards. In addition to his directorial pursuits, Derrickson has made significant contributions as a screenwriter, producer, and even uncredited script revisions for popular films like *Scream 4 (2011)* and *Poltergeist (2015)*. He has also been involved in television projects and continues to be a major influence in the realm of horror cinema. His next project, *The Black Phone 2*, is set for release in October 2025.