The Exorcist: Martyrs revisits the classic horror series under Mike Flanagan’s direction. Flanagan’s approach of pairing suspense with character drama, together with Scarlett Johansson in the lead, makes the film stand out for horror fans.
The story
New York detective Julie Miller ended the bloody reign of demonic serial killer Father Sunday thirteen years ago. Solving it turned her into a celebrated figure, and her career has consumed her since. Now another murderer signs her name using the blood of a young altar server. The film blends the police procedural with supernatural horror.
Cast and crew
Mike Flanagan directs; the cast includes Scarlett Johansson, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Sasha Calle, John Leguizamo and Laurence Fishburne. The film is horror.
What to expect
A heavy-atmosphere narrative that mixes a detective story with the theme of exorcism. It looks like a story that can be followed without knowing the series’ earlier films.
Release date
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Frequently asked questions
Who directs? Mike Flanagan.
Who leads the cast? Scarlett Johansson.
What genre is it? Horror.
