‘The Exorcist: Deceiver’ – Is David Gordon Green Returning to Direct the 2025 Sequel?

Director David Gordon Green’s The Exorcist: Believer is set to be the first film in a planned trilogy from Blumhouse and Universal, part of a $400 million deal to bring the franchise back to life on the big screen. But after the box office under-performance of Believer, and reviews slamming the film almost across the board, are […]

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‘The Exorcist’ – Rare Footage Surfaces from the Original Classic’s Demon Makeup Tests!

William Friedkin’s horror classic The Exorcist turns 50 years old here in 2023, and the film’s raw power is felt as much today as it was all those decades ago. One of the most enduring images of the 1973 masterpiece is the face of the demon Pazuzu, played by Eileen Dietz. The image flashes on […]

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Between Heaven and Hell: The Crisis of Faith at the Heart of ‘The Exorcist’

The Exorcist rocked the world 50 years ago and horror has never been the same since. It shocked audiences with its unflinching portrayals of disturbing medical examinations, levels of profanity that shot right past those considered “acceptable” for Hollywood studio films, and a scene in which a twelve-year-old girl masturbates with a crucifix. It was […]

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‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Review – New Chapter of the Franchise Lacks Conviction and Scares

Fifty years ago, writer William Peter Blatty and director William Friedkin changed the face of possession horror with the seminal feature The Exorcist, which inspired sequels and prequels that never quite reached the same box office highs of the original, along with a short-lived TV series. Director David Gordon Green and Blumhouse, fresh off the recent Halloween trilogy, reteam for a new chapter, The […]

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Spirit Halloween: 10 Essentials for Every Horror Home

As Halloween culture grows with each passing year, so too does the volume of seasonal decor. Spirit Halloween remains the cream of the crop of the Halloween industry, as demonstrated by its 2023 offerings. As horror fans, Halloween decorations can serve as year-round furnishings. Here are 10 must-have items to add to your collection this […]

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‘The Exorcist’ – Regan MacNeil Gets An Incredibly Detailed 15″ Statue from Trick or Treat Studios! [Exclusive]

Trick or Treat Studios is the clear winner of this year’s ongoing Toy Fair having already revealed more than a handful of shocking new action figures, from an entire box set recreating the iconic dinner table scene from Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre to an entire “Goosebumps” line to a 1:1 Billy the […]

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‘Demoniac: The Possessive Card Game’ Readies Kickstarter Launch Next Month

Sure, traditional tabletop games are fun and all, but sometimes nothing beats a good card game. Especially if said card game is something like Demoniac: The Possessive Card Game. Described as a love letter to the demonic possession genre by designer Steven Tartick, Demoniac is currently prepping for a Kickstarter launch next month. The object […]

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‘The Exorcist’ – The Original Horror Classic Returns to Theaters This October

While you wait for The Exorcist: Believer, in theaters on October 6, Fathom Events wants you to relive the terror of the original horror classic on the biggest screen you can find. This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Exorcist and Fathom Events is bringing it back to theaters nationwide as part of Fathom’s annual Fright Fest lineup. […]

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‘The Exorcist: Believer’ – David Gordon Green Breaks Down the New Trailer in 10-Minute Video

The brand new second trailer for The Exorcist: Believer just debuted yesterday, and now Fandango has teamed up with director David Gordon Green for a closer look at the trailer. In the 10-minute video you’ll find below, David Gordon Green dissects this latest trailer for The Exorcist: Believer, providing insights and teasing what to expect […]

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The Power of Taylor Swift Compels You: ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Release Date Moves Up One Week

Originally scheduled for theatrical release on October 13, producer Jason Blum has let us know this afternoon that The Exorcist: Believer will now be releasing one week earlier. “Look what you made me do,” Blum tweets, referring to Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour claiming that theatrical release date. “The Exorcist: Believer moves to 10/6/23.” David […]

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‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Rated “R” for “Disturbing Images” and “Sexual References”

The upcoming The Exorcist: Believer will be the sixth movie in the franchise – don’t forget, there are two different versions of the 2004 prequel – and much like every single other installment in the saga to date, the brand new sequel has officially been rated “R” this week. Universal and Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer […]

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‘The Exorcist’ – Original Horror Classic Comes to 4K Ultra HD for the First Time This Halloween!

As part of the year-long centennial celebration for the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros. Studio, the iconic supernatural film The Exorcist from Academy Award-winning director William Friedkin (The French Connection) will be available for purchase on 4K Ultra HD Disc and Digital for the first time this September, Bloody Disgusting has learned today. Celebrating the […]

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‘The Exorcist: Deceiver’ – Second Movie in New Trilogy Dated for 2025

Coming to theaters this Halloween season, David Gordon Green’s The Exorcist: Believer is the first movie in a planned trilogy, and the second chapter has been revealed. The Exorcist: Deceiver comes to theaters on April 18, 2025. Watch the trailer for The Exorcist: Believer here. The first film in the trilogy will be released theatrically […]

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‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Official Trailer – Sequel to Original Classic Possesses Two Different Characters!

The official trailer for The Exorcist: Believer debuted in theaters over the weekend, and if you’ve been waiting for it to appear online, you’ll be happy to know that today is the day. You can watch the trailer for The Exorcist: Believer below, which gives us our first look at David Gordon Green’s vision for […]

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The Academy Museum Celebrates The Godfather of Makeup, Dick Smith, with Special Screening Series

Legendary special makeup effects artist Dick Smith, known as The Godfather of Makeup, remains one of the most influential and vital figures in cinematic history. The Academy Museum is celebrating accordingly with a limited screening series that showcases some of Smith’s greatest achievements in movie makeup magic. The limited screening series, Dick Smith: The Godfather […]

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