The Exorcist (2023) : Everything we know so far!!

It has been over 40 years since The Exorcist (1973) was released, and the release of The Exorcist (2023) is getting closer. The storyline for The Exorcist (2023) is still not revealed to the public yet. However, there are some things that we know about this film so far! The movie will be a sequel to The Exorcist (1973). It will also be inspired by true events like its predecessor. The story followed Father Damien Karras’s attempts to help 12-year-old Regan MacNeil, whose body had been possessed by a powerful demonic entity. Fans of The Exorcist (1973), are expecting that this new installment in the series would answer questions left unanswered in 1973-movie such as who did Regan MacNeil possess? So, we can know more details of the movie.

What is the exact theatrical release date of the movie The Exorcist (2023)?

The movie is slated to release on October 13, 2023.

What is the expected plot of the movie The Exorcist (2023)?

There are no spoilers available for The Exorcist (2023) yet. The plot of the movie is expected to revolve around a central character. It will be possessed by an evil entity and how he/she fights it back along with his family members. The use of special effects, suspenseful moments, and scary sequences would definitely add up to the overall package.

Why should I watch The Exorcist (2023)?

The original 1973-movie was based on William Peter Blatty’s novel which came out in 1971 and received critical acclaim from all sides! It showcased several remarkable performances that have been acknowledged even today after nearly five decades since its release date!! So, fans can expect more such performances from The Exorcist (2023) as well, at least according to the expectations of the fans!!

About the movie The Exorcist (1973)

The Exorcist (1973) was made on a budget of $12 million and went on to collect more than $200 million worldwide. The film received ten Academy Award nominations in 1974 including Best Picture, Best Director for William Friedkin, etc. It is one of those few movies that has managed to remain relevant even after five decades since its release date. It had something very unique when compared to other horror films during that time period! The story revolved around demonic possession. It was not really explored in depth in mainstream cinema before this movie came out. The whole concept along with the storytelling of The Exorcist(1973) had a huge influence on other horror movies that came out in the years after its release. The film was also one of those highly successful productions which made William Friedkin’s career!

What are fans expecting from the sequel movie?

Fans are expecting The Exorcist (2023) to provide a sequel story that is just as unique and versatile when compared to The Exorcist(1973). The film’s ending left the door open for another installment in this series. So there are high chances that a prequel or a sequel might happen any time soon.

Why do I recommend watching The movie?

The recent years have been very disappointing when it comes to horror movies! There haven’t been many good ones at all!! But thankfully we can hope that The upcoming film would offer some kind of relief from the bad run we’ve been experiencing. The Exorcist (1973) is a classic horror film that was widely appreciated by the viewers. It introduced us to some of the most iconic characters ever! The upcoming movie might not necessarily be as good as its predecessor. But it will definitely offer an engaging story with open-ended elements which leaves room for another sequel if required!!

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