The Next Exorcist Will Star Scarlett Johansson
A combination few would have predicted, marking the beginning of a completely different phase for the franchise
The Exorcist saga is preparing for a new chapter, and this time the announcement is one that will spark debate: actress Scarlett Johansson will star in the next film directed by Mike Flanagan. A combination few would have predicted, marking the beginning of a completely different phase for one of horror cinema's most iconic franchises. This move comes after the uncertain path of the recent The Exorcist - Believer, which received mixed reviews but was supported by good commercial results.
Universal and Blumhouse have nonetheless decided not to abandon the chosen path, entrusting the franchise's revival to Flanagan, an author considered among the most refined in the genre thanks to titles like Doctor Sleep and the series Hill House. The new project will be neither a traditional reboot nor a direct continuation, but a standalone story set within the same narrative universe.
(Im)possible to Match the 1973 Film
Johansson's entry into the lead role represents a further step towards a more ambitious film, capable of combining supernatural tension with a strong emotional dimension. The actress, who in recent years has alternated between blockbusters and more challenging cinema, will find herself at the center of a story that promises a more intimate vision of terror.
With this new direction, Universal could restore the saga to a level of prestige it has lacked for decades. Expectations are high, and the collaboration between Flanagan and the American actress could reshape the future after the mediocre 2023 work.