Mike Flanagan, known for his work on "Doctor Sleep" and "The Haunting of Hill House," has been confirmed to write and direct the next movie in "The Exorcist" franchise. This new installment, created in partnership with Blumhouse, is promised to be a "radical new take" on the series. Flanagan expressed his excitement, noting that "The Exorcist" greatly influenced his career. The news follows the disappointing performance of "The Exorcist: Believer," which fell short both critically and financially. Flanagan aims to breathe new life into the franchise, diverging from the previous direction set by David Gordon Green. Blumhouse CEO Jason Blum emphasized the importance of Flanagan's unique vision for horror fans.
nWhat impact did "The Exorcist: Believer" have on the franchise?"The Exorcist: Believer" was intended to kickstart a trilogy but received middling reviews and underperformed at the box office. Its disappointing reception led to the cancellation of the planned trilogy and a new direction for the series under Mike Flanagan.
n"The Exorcist" franchise, which began with the 1973 horror classic directed by William Friedkin, has been a significant influence on the genre. The original film is widely regarded as one of the greatest horror movies ever made, becoming the first horror film to be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. The series has seen various sequels and iterations, but maintaining the high standard of the original has proven challenging. Flanagan's fresh vision aims to recapture the essence that made "The Exorcist" a cornerstone of horror cinema.
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Mike Flanagan taking the reins on The Exorcist franchise is super exciting since his track record with horror is pretty solid. Fingers crossed that he can bring back the chills and thrills that made the original a classic
Oh man, Mike Flanagan stepping in to shake things up could be just what The Exorcist needs to reclaim its horror throne. With his knack for spine-chilling storytelling, I'm stoked to see how he'll breathe new life into the franchise.
Mike Flanagan stepping in for The Exorcist franchise feels like a breath of fresh air; his track record with thoughtful and atmospheric horror could be just what it needs to regain its iconic status. Given the underwhelming performance of The Exorcist: Believer, it's exciting to see a new direction that might finally do justice to the original's legacy.