The Exorcist: Believer has scenes that could 'TRUMP' the original

The stunt coordinator of The Exorcist: Believer has suggested that the new movie in The Exorcist franchise has scenes that might better the shock of the original.

In August of 2020, it was announced that Morgan Creek Entertainment would produce a new Exorcist movie that would serve as a direct sequel to the 1973 original.

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The Exorcist tells the story of a young girl, Regan, who is possessed by a demon and the impact the events have on her family as well as two priests who are recruited to help her.

It is widely regarded by many as a masterpiece and the greatest horror film of all time.

It takes a certain amount of bravery to make a new entry in the series following some poorly received follow-ups, but David Gordon Green helmed the project that stars Leslie Odom Jr. and Ellen Burstyn, who reprises her role as Regan's mother from the original.

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Might some parts actually surpass the original?

"There are some impactful and astounding scenes that could potentially trump what people remember from 50 years ago," stunt coordinator Ashley Rae Trisler told TotalFilm.

Linda Blair played Regan in the original movie and was put through extreme physicality for the role. In one scene, she permanently damaged her back after a malfunctioning bed threw her into the air. Everything was a bit safer for the performers this time round...

"Everybody kept all their limbs, and we were safe throughout the shooting," Trisler continued. "Obviously there’s bumps and bruises and that kind of thing. But nothing of major concern.

"They had talks about wanting a female , primarily because of them having two lead cast members that were underage females, and knowing the tenderness and touch of a female coordinator could be really, really helpful in such emotional filming" 

Taylor Swift impacting Exorcist release

Unfortunately, movie and music fans aren't going to be granted their 'ExorSwift' dream this October.

Initially The Exorcist: Believer was set for release in cinemas on 13 October alongside the release of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour movie. Much like 'Barbenheimer', fans were looking forward to the double bill on the same day or the same weekend, but it won't be happening now as the upcoming Exorcist sequel has been moved forward a few days to avoid the clash.

Producer Jason Blum confirmed the release date on Twitter, while also referencing a famous tune from Swift herself.

The Exorcist: Believer is released this week on 6 October.

Look what you made me do.

The Exorcist: Believer moves to 10/6/23#TaylorWins— Jason Blum (@jason_blum) August 31, 2023