Beloved New Orleans Crew Member Dies in Tragic Onset Accident

On November 4, 2025, the film industry in New Orleans was shaken by the tragic death of crew member James "Trapper" McEvoy. McEvoy, a veteran grip known for his work on films like "Now You See Me" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," died by electrocution while working on the set of the low-budget horror movie "Kill Me Now."

The production, which was gearing up to shoot in the New Orleans area this week, has been halted in the wake of the incident. Lead producer Lynn Gilman Williams expressed the team's devastation, stating, "We are devastated by the tragic loss of James 'Trapper' McEvoy, a beloved member of the New Orleans film community. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and all who knew him and worked alongside him during this difficult time."

The Jefferson Parish Coroner's Office confirmed that McEvoy, whose credits also include "Pitch Perfect" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," died as a result of the electrocution accident. Several of his colleagues have taken to social media to mourn the loss of this respected and beloved member of the local film community.