Renowned for his work in the horror genre, filmmaker Mike Flanagan has been in talks to take over The Exorcist franchise after the studio scrapped its plans for a trilogy, following negative reception to the 2023 film, The Exorcist: Believer. Despite moderate box office success, David Gordon Green’s film faced harsh criticism from both critics and audiences.
The studio now plans to reboot the franchise under Flanagan’s direction, who is known for his work on the acclaimed show and movies like The Haunting of Hill House and Gerald’s Game. And the upcoming film has now secured a release schedule.
Mike Flanagan to Take the Helm of The Exorcist Franchise
Universal has shared its plans to reboot the popular horror franchise The Exorcist following the lukewarm reception of Believer. The acclaimed filmmaker Mike Flanagan will be taking on the reigns of the franchise with a fresh take.
Flanagan is set to write, direct, and produce the movie, which would be set in the franchise but wouldn’t serve as a sequel to any previous Exorcist films. And the latest updates surrounding the movie have revealed its release schedule.
Universal has confirmed that Flanagan’s re-imagined Exorcist film is slated to hit theaters on March 13, 2026. The excitement around the project has surged with the recent revelation with fans taking to X (Twitter) to share their anticipation.
Can’t wait to never sleep again!
— Nathalie May (@nathaliemayy) June 18, 2024
Nice! Can’t wait to see what Flanagan does with it. Hope it lives up to the hype 🤞
— Vicky Cruz (@victoricruzz) June 18, 2024
i’ll be there first day. i’ll be there before the first day. i’ll be there starting in an hour. they’re going to be begging me to leave but i’m simply going to just sit in that seat until march 13, 2026. no force on this planet could make me leave that seat.
— Mrs. Melissa Barrera (@tonyversee) June 18, 2024
Can't wait to see this horror master work his magic. Give 'em hell @flanaganfilm !
— Anthony (@landi52orlando) June 18, 2024
I really hope Mike does something similar to what the first season of the exorcist did but in his version
— Brandon Rodriguez (@Brandon67795823) June 19, 2024
I trust Flanagan but The Exorcist is peak horror… cautiously excited
— Shankar Jyoti Roy (@ShankarJyotiRo1) June 19, 2024
“Can’t wait to never sleep again!” one fan said, expressing their enthusiasm to delve into Flanagan’s revitalized Exorcist film. Others also shared their appreciation for the filmmaker’s credentials, deeming him the perfect choice to continue the franchise, especially after the underwhelming 2023 installment, The Exorcist: Believer.
Mike Flanagan’s Stellar Career at High Stakes with The Exorcist Reboot
Making his feature film directorial debut with the 2011 film Absentia, a movie that required crowdfunding to reach audiences, Mike Flanagan has since emerged as a leading figure in the horror genre, achieving success and gaining recognition for a string of hits.
The success catapulted him into collaborations with major studios, consistently delivering hit after hit and building a stellar filmography, devoid of any notable production that could be considered lackluster or unimpressive.
Flanagan has also made a significant mark on the small screen, with the most recent hit being The Fall of the House of Usher. His credibility for delivering some of the best horror movies of the last decade, along with a consistent streak of hits, has raised expectations for his upcoming Exorcist film as well.
The original 1973 film holds an iconic status as one of the most terrifying in cinematic history, raising the stakes for Flanagan’s reboot. Expectations are sky-high, along with fears that a misstep could tarnish both his own reputation and the legacy of the franchise.
However, considering the film will be a reboot does allow him to offer something as impressive and frightening as his prolific resume and the original film. Flanagan also has another upcoming drama film The Life of Chuck, starring Tom Hiddleston and Mark Hamill.
As the horror community holds its breath, all eyes are on Flanagan as he navigates the daunting task of resurrecting a classic while cementing his status as a master of the genre. The stakes have never been higher, but if anyone can rise to the challenge, it’s Mike Flanagan.
The Exorcist reboot is scheduled to be released on March 13, 2026.
The Exorcist: Believer is available to stream on Prime Video.
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