Yes, The Exorcist: Believer is a direct sequel to the original 1973 film The Exorcist. The film’s story is set directly after the events of the 1973 film, retconning the stories of all the previous films.
The Exorcist: Believer is a 2023 American supernatural horror film directed by David Gordon Green, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Peter Sattler based on a tale written by Scott Teems, Danny McBride, and Green. It is the sixth installment in The Exorcist series and a direct sequel to The Exorcist (1973). Leslie Odom Jr., Lidya Jewett, Olivia O'Neill, Jennifer Nettles, Norbert Leo Butz, and Ann Dowd star in the picture, with Ellen Burstyn repeating her role from the original.
What is The Exorcist: Believer about?
The plot revolves around a photographer who is forced to confront the apex of evil after his daughter and her best friend become possessed. Victor Fielding (Odom Jr.), a single father, has raised his daughter Angela (Jewett) on his own since his wife died in a Haitian earthquake 12 years ago. But when Angela and her companion Katherine (O'Neill) vanish into the woods and return three days later with no recollection of what happened to them, it sets off a chain of events that will drive Victor to confront the apex of evil.
Terrified and desperate, he seeks out the one person alive who has seen anything like it: Chris MacNeil (Burstyn), an actress whose life was irreparably changed by what happened to her daughter Regan five decades previously.
How was the reception for The Exorcist: Believer?
The Exorcist: Believer was released worldwide on October 6, 2023. The film received mixed to negative reviews from the critics. Some criticize its atmosphere and pacing, whereas some are praising the performances. Despite the mixed reviews, the movie is a commercial success, grossing over $100 million worldwide.
What is the legacy of the original 1973 Exorcist?
The Exorcist is a 1973 American film which was directed by American filmmaker William Friedkin. The film is based on the 1971 novel of the same name by William Peter. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, and Linda Blair. The film proved to be a commercial success, earning over $441 million worldwide on a $10 million budget. It is regarded as one of the best and most iconic horror films of all time and is often credited and lauded for the genre gaining popularity in the 1970s.
The Exorcist is known for its violent and horrifying sequences, which were very controversial back then. The film was even banned in many countries, with viewers complaining about feeling nauseous and disgusted. Yet, the film is an inspiration for many filmmakers.
FAQs
A. The Exorcist: Believer has grossed over $100 million worldwide so far at the box office.
A. The IMDb rating of The Exorcist: Believer is 5.1.
A. Academy Award winner Ellen Burstyn has returned to reprise her role as Chris Macneil.
