"The Exorcist" is a horror franchise that began with the iconic 1973 film, widely regarded as one of the scariest movies ever made. The franchise revolves around themes of demonic possession and exorcism, typically focusing on the battle between priests and evil spirits. Known for its terrifying atmosphere, psychological depth, and religious themes, "The Exorcist" has expanded into multiple films, a TV series, novels, and more, leaving a lasting impact on the horror genre.
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The Exorcist
- Created by
- William Peter Blatty
- First Film
- The Exorcist
- Latest Film
- The Exorcist: Believer
- Films
- The Exorcist: Deceiver
- First TV Show
- The Exorcist
- Latest TV Show
- The Exorcist
- First Episode Air Date
- September 23, 2016
- Cast
- Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Max Von Sydow, Jason Miller, Lee J. Cobb, Kitty Winn, Richard Burton, Louise Fletcher, John Boorman, Geena Davis, Ben Daniels, Alfonso Herrera
- TV Show(s)
- The Exorcist
- Movie(s)
- The Exorcist, Exorcist II: The Heretic, The Exorcist III, Exorcist: The Beginning, Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist, The Exorcist: Believer
- Character(s)
- Regan MacNeil, Father Merrin, Father Karras, Pazuzu, Chris MacNeil, Father Dyer, Lieutenant Kinderman, Angela Rance, Father Marcus Keane, Father Tomas Ortega
- Video Game(s)
- The Exorcist: Legion VR SIN
Summary
"The Exorcist" is a horror franchise that began with the iconic 1973 film, widely regarded as one of the scariest movies ever made. The franchise revolves around themes of demonic possession and exorcism, typically focusing on the battle between priests and evil spirits. Known for its terrifying atmosphere, psychological depth, and religious themes, "The Exorcist" has expanded into multiple films, a TV series, novels, and more, leaving a lasting impact on the horror genre.
"I Don't See That Working Here": Blumhouse's Next Exorcist Movie Won't Include 1 Mike Flanagan Trademark
Mike Flanagan shares new insight for Blumhouse's next Exorcist movie, including why it won't include one of his trademarks from previous projects.
Mike Flanagan Taking On The Exorcist Franchise Is My Dream Come True
Mike Flanagan is set to direct, write, and produce the next Exorcist movie for Blumhouse, which is the best possible outcome for the franchise.
Mike Flanagan's The Exorcist Movie Is Following The Best Modern Horror Trend (& Can Save The Franchise)
Mike Flanagan's next Exorcist movie won't be a sequel to The Exorcist: Believer, following the best modern horror trend that can save the franchise.
Mike Flanagan Confirmed To Direct "Radical New" Exorcist Movie - Not Believer Sequel
Horror fan favorite Mike Flanagan is confirmed to direct a new Exorcist movie, which will not be a sequel to last year's poorly-received Believer.
Mike Flanagan's 87% Rotten Tomatoes Miniseries Proves He's The Perfect Director To Redeem Blumhouse's Exorcist
Mike Flanagan is being linked to direct the next Exorcist movie, and his 2021 horror miniseries on Netflix proves he's the best possible candidate.
Mike Flanagan's Forgotten 2016 Horror Movie Shows How He Can Save The Exorcist Franchise
Mike Flanagan's in talks to helm the next Exorcist movie, and his work on a forgotten 2016 horror prequel shows just how he can save the franchise.
Mike Flanagan Doesn't Need The Exorcist (But The Exorcist Needs Mike Flanagan)
Recent reports say Mike Flanagan might sign on to direct the next The Exorcist movie, which is great for the franchise, but risky for the director.
Mike Flanagan In Talks For New Exorcist Movie After Believer Director Stepped Down
Mike Flanagan is in talks to direct a new movie in The Exorcist franchise after Believer director David Gordon Green stepped down from the series.
"I Have No Idea": New Exorcist Sequel Gets Cautious Update After Believer Flop
Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum shares a cautious update on The Exorcist: Deceiver, the planned sequel to the David Gordon Green’s disappointing reboot.
The Exorcist Trilogy's Problems Reveal The Harsh Truth About 2018's Big Horror Revival
The future of The Exorcist's reboot trilogy looks uncertain, and it's proving the harsh truth of the 2018 horror revival that made it possible.
There's No Way The Exorcist Reboot Trilogy Happens Now, Right?
After one failed film and a few major setbacks, it seems virtually impossible that Blumhouse and Universal will continue the Exorcist reboot trilogy.
Exorcist: Deceiver Faces Major Setbacks As Horror Sequel Loses Director & Release Date
In the wake of the poor performance of The Exorcist: Believer, the planned sequel The Exorcist: Deceiver loses its director and its 2025 release date.
Regan's Return In The Exorcist: Believer 2 Depends On 1 Major Condition From Linda Blair
Linda Blair addresses her possible return as iconic legacy character Regan MacNeil in Blumhouse's in-development The Exorcist: Believer 2.
The Exorcist's Linda Blair Reflects On Horror Movie's Legacy & Her Difficult Experience Making It
Linda Blair reflects on the enormous legacy of the original Exorcist movie and details the difficulties she experienced while making it.
"No. Body. Knew.": The Exorcist: Believer's Regan Cameo Secrecy Detailed By Linda Blair
Exclusive: Linda Blair opens up about her The Exorcist: Believer cameo and details the secrecy that went into keeping it under wraps from the public.
The Exorcist: Believer 2 Regan Return Gets Cautious Update From Linda Blair
Exclusive: Linda Blair offers a cautious update on the chances of Regan's return in The Exorcist: Believer 2, having a very personal reason why.
Linda Blair Interview: Oscar Nominee On Worldheart Foundation, Ongoing Animal Crisis & The Exorcist Return
Oscar nominee Linda Blair talks her Worldheart Foundation, her efforts to combat one of the worst animal crisis in history and her Exorcist return.
The Exorcist: Believer Streaming Release Date Announced (And It's Very Soon)
The Exorcist: Believer's streaming release date is finally announced by Universal, revealing the legacy sequel is coming to Peacock very soon.
The Exorcist (1973): Deleted Scenes Reveal Regan's Extended Possession Symptoms & More Never-Before-Seen Outtakes
Never-before-seen footage from the original Exorcist movie from 1973, including 34 minutes of deleted scenes and outtakes, has surfaced online.
The Exorcist: Every Change & New Scene In The Director’s Cut
In 2000, The Exorcist received an extended director's cut, at the time called The Version You've Never Seen, and here's what it changes.