Scarlett Johansson enters one of the most emblematic universes of horror and joins the next Exorcist Universal and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster film.
The new film is being designed by Mike Flanagan, who writes, directs and produces what is described as a “radical new take” of the classic franchise.
The original from 1973. Exorcist sets the standard for the genre, telling the story of a desperate mother who turns to two priests to help her possessed young daughter.
It became a huge critical and box office success, grossing $441 million worldwide and garnering 10 Oscar nominations.
Universal subsequently invested $400 million to reboot the franchise with a new trilogy, although the first attempt in 2023. The exorcist: believerIt didn’t fuel the sequel the studio was hoping for despite earning $136 million worldwide.
This next installment will not continue Believer history. Instead, it will exist in the same universe as the original film, with plot and casting details beyond Johansson still under wraps. Filming will begin in New York City.
Flanagan praised Johansson’s addition, calling her “a brilliant actress whose captivating performances always seem strong and real, from genre films to summer blockbusters, and I couldn’t be happier to have her join this project.” Exorcist movie.”
Known for projects such as Doctor Sleep and Chuck’s lifereturns to a space where character-driven storytelling and psychological tension thrive.
Johansson comes to the project after helping revive another major franchise for Universal with Jurassic World Rebirthwhich reached 868 million dollars worldwide.
Beyond his successful career and Oscar-nominated work in Marriage history and Jojo RabbitShe also stepped behind the camera this year for her directorial debut. Eleanor the Great.
Her casting adds momentum to a franchise looking for a new spark, and fans can expect this next chapter to take a new direction while staying connected to the legacy of one of the most influential horror films.
