Horror fans have reason to rejoice — iconic genre filmmaker Mike Flanagan is officially bringing a brand-new take on The Exorcist to theaters!
Universal Pictures has set the theatrical release date for March 12, 2027, after the project was previously expected to arrive in 2026 but faced production delays and scheduling changes.
What We Know So Far
- Director & Vision: Mike Flanagan — best known for The Haunting of Hill House, Doctor Sleep, and Midnight Mass — is writing, directing, and producing this new entry in The Exorcist franchise.
- Standalone Story: This upcoming film isn’t a direct remake of the 1973 classic nor a sequel to The Exorcist: Believer (2023). Instead, it’s described as a “radical new take” set within The Exorcist universe, with its own original narrative.
- Star-Studded Cast: Scarlett Johansson is attached to star in the project — marking a high-profile genre turn for the Oscar-nominated actor — alongside Jacobi Jupe, known for her breakout work in Hamnet.
- Delayed But Back on Track: Although initially slated for a March 2026 release, Flanagan confirmed that production hadn’t begun in time for that date, and Universal subsequently moved the release to 2027 to accommodate the film’s schedule.
Flanagan’s involvement has sparked excitement because of his reputation for character-driven horror with emotional depth and atmospheric dread. While plot details remain tightly under wraps, the combination of a fresh story and a major lead actor has heightened anticipation within the horror community.
Stay tuned for further updates on this highly anticipated return to The Exorcist universe!
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