Mike Flanagan's 'The Exorcist' Reboot Secures March 2027 Release Date
Horror fans can now mark their calendars. Universal Pictures has officially announced the release date for Mike Flanagan's highly anticipated reboot of the classic horror film, 'The Exorcist'. The movie will arrive in theaters worldwide on March 12, 2027.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team
The new installment boasts an impressive cast. Academy Award nominee Scarlett Johansson will take on a leading role. She will be joined by rising star Jacobi Jupe, known for his breakout performance in 'Hamnet'.
Mike Flanagan, the acclaimed director behind 'The Fall of the House of Usher' and 'Doctor Sleep', is the driving creative force. He is writing, directing, and producing this new chapter. The project is a collaboration between Universal Pictures and the combined forces of Blumhouse and Atomic Monster.
Producers include David Robinson, Jason Blum, and Mike Flanagan himself. Alexandra Magistro and Ryan Turek are serving as executive producers on the film.
A Radical New Vision for a Horror Icon
Universal has described Flanagan's project as a "radical new take" on the iconic property. This suggests the film will offer a fresh perspective while honoring the terrifying legacy of the original.
The 1973 film, directed by William Friedkin, became a global phenomenon. It starred Ellen Burstyn as a desperate mother seeking help from two priests to save her possessed daughter, played by Linda Blair. The movie was a massive critical and commercial success. It earned ten Academy Award nominations and grossed approximately 441 million US dollars worldwide.
This new version aims to reintroduce the chilling story to a modern audience. The announcement was made by Universal on Friday, as reported by industry publication Variety.
Fans of the horror genre and Flanagan's previous work now have a clear date to anticipate. March 2027 is set to bring a new wave of demonic terror to the big screen.
