Upon launch, “The Exorcist: Believer” acquired adverse evaluations from critics and followers. TheShockNews critic Alistair Ryder described “Believer” as a “bitter sequel” in a 5 out of 10 evaluation, echoing the emotions of many others. Poor evaluations and viewers suggestions led to a worldwide gross of simply $136 million, a far cry from the $400 million funding that Common put into the rebooted trilogy. With “Believer” proving to be a misfire, director David Gordon Inexperienced stepped away from the franchise in January 2024. The sequel, which was titled “The Exorcist: Deceiver,” was set to grace multiplexes in 2025.
Particulars are slim on what Mike Flanagan’s new Exorcist movie will appear to be. He has a powerful monitor file as a horror maestro, making his appointment because the franchise’s new lead thrilling. “‘The Exorcist’ is among the causes I turned a filmmaker, and it’s an honor to have the possibility to strive one thing contemporary, daring and terrifying inside its universe,” Flanagan stated in an announcement (through The Hollywood Reporter).
The primary “Exorcist” emerged as a vital and business juggernaut, standing out as one of many scariest movies ever made. Efforts to franchise the standalone movie have principally been poor, with arguably the one notable entries being “The Exorcist III” and the fan-favorite “Exorcist” TV present. After “Believer,” religion within the franchise is at an all-time low, however Flanagan continues to be a significant star within the horror world. Hopefully, he can resolve among the unanswered questions from “The Exorcist” and make us imagine within the franchise once more.
