Blumhouse Taps Mike Flanagan to Save Failing Exorcist Series
May 30, 2024 1:11 PMBlumhouse is restarting The Exorcist franchise by bringing in horror expert Mike Flanagan after the poor performance of The Exorcist: Believer. Following Believer's limited success and heavy criticism, plans for a sequel trilogy have been scrapped. Flanagan, known for his work on Doctor Sleep and The Haunting of Hill House, promises a "fresh, bold, and terrifying" approach. Jason Blum and Trevor Macy will produce the new installment, with plot details currently under wraps.
Why did The Exorcist: Believer fail at the box office?nThe Exorcist: Believer failed at the box office mainly due to its underwhelming reception from both critics and horror fans, coupled with high expectations and a significant budget that it couldn't recoup in earnings.
The Exorcist franchise has struggled with sequels ever since the groundbreaking success of the original 1973 film. Believer's failure to revive interest highlights the challenge in capturing the same level of horror and audience engagement. The involvement of Mike Flanagan, known for successfully revitalizing horror properties, brings hope for a much-needed fresh take on this iconic series.
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Stimpy commented on: 2024-05-30 13:42:03
Mike Flanagan stepping in to reboot The Exorcist franchise might just be the jolt it needs, considering his knack for blending psychological depth with spine-chilling horror. It's a tough gig to follow the original’s legacy, but if anyone can rekindle that eerie magic, it’s him.
N3rdo commented on: 2024-05-30 13:30:04
Mike Flanagan jumping on The Exorcist reboot is like getting a power-up just when you need it—this franchise might finally get the shake-up it deserves Given his track record with Doctor Sleep and The Haunting of Hill House, I'm stoked to see how he adds new chills to an old classic.
Sephiroth commented on: 2024-05-30 13:24:03
Bringing in Mike Flanagan for the reboot of The Exorcist franchise seems like a smart move by Blumhouse, considering his track record with horror. It’s about time the series gets a fresh perspective that can hopefully capture the eerie magic of the original.
