The Exorcist: Deceiver, the second installment in a new trilogy directed by David Gordon Green, is set to have a wide release on April 18, 2025. This announcement came shortly after the release of the first trailer for The Exorcist: Believer, the first chapter in the franchise, which premiered in theaters over the weekend alongside Universal Pictures’ Oppenheimer, a highly anticipated film.
The trailer for The Exorcist: Deceiver, featuring Ellen Burstyn reprising her role as Chris MacNeil, was unveiled online on Tuesday, generating excitement among fans of the original film. Burstyn’s return to the series after nearly five decades has been eagerly anticipated, and her presence in the new trilogy adds a sense of continuity and nostalgia for fans of the beloved horror franchise.
The original Exorcist film, directed by William Friedkin, was released in 1973 and became a box office sensation, grossing over $441 million over its 48-year run. It tells the chilling story of a 12-year-old girl possessed by a mysterious entity, and the desperate attempts of her mother and two Catholic priests to save her. The film was adapted from William Peter Blatty’s novel of the same name and earned Blatty an Oscar for adapted screenplay. It was also nominated for 10 Oscars, including best picture and best director, and received acting nominations for Burstyn, Jason Miller, and Linda Blair.
The new trilogy, starting with The Exorcist: Believer, follows the story of Victor Fielding, played by Leslie Odom, Jr., who is raising his daughter Angela, portrayed by Lidya Jewett, following the death of his wife 12 years prior. The first chapter of the trilogy delves into the father’s confrontation with the depths of evil, setting the stage for the upcoming sequels.
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In addition to Burstyn, The Exorcist: Believer also stars Ann Dowd, Jennifer Nettles, and Norbert Leo Butz. The screenplay was written by Peter Sattler and David Gordon Green, based on a story by Scott Teems, Danny McBride, and Green. The film is produced by Jason Blum for Blumhouse and David Robinson and James G. Robinson for Morgan Creek Entertainment. The executive producers include McBride, Green, Stephanie Allain, Ryan Turek, and Atilla Yucer. Universal Pictures will release the film, which is a collaboration between Blumhouse, Morgan Creek Entertainment, and Rough House Pictures.
The release of The Exorcist: Believer on October 13, 2025, will mark the beginning of a new chapter in the iconic horror franchise. Fans can expect a thrilling and chilling experience as they witness the battle against evil unfold on the big screen once again. With the return of Ellen Burstyn and the creative vision of David Gordon Green, the new trilogy promises to capture the essence of the original while providing fresh and terrifying twists.
As fans eagerly await the release of The Exorcist: Believer and the subsequent chapters in the trilogy, it is clear that the enduring legacy of The Exorcist continues to captivate audiences and solidify its place in horror history. April 18, 2025, cannot come soon enough for fans who are anxiously counting down the days until they can once again be immersed in the terrifying world of The Exorcist.
