The Exorcist

About The Exorcist

The Exorcist, a well-known TV series, first came to screens in 2016. Loosely based on the 1971 novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty, the story was adapted into a full-fledged horror-drama series. The storyline centers around two priests who, each driven by their own motivations, tackle a horrifying case of demonic possession in a family. It explores the intense struggle between good and evil on different levels – personal, familial, and spiritual.

Making / Production

The series is directed by Rupert Wyatt and produced by Morgan Creek Entertainment along with 20th Century Fox Television. The creators of the show spend time meticulously crafting atmospheric tension and suspense, paying homage to the scare elements of the original novel and movie while simultaneously offering a fresh perspective on the story.

Actors

• Alfonso Herrera as Father Tomas Ortega: An ambitious, affable priest of a small, but sturdy congregation.
• Ben Daniels as Father Marcus Keane: A seasoned exorcist who approaches every case with a mix of toughness and dedication.
• Hannah Kasulka as Casey Rance: The possessed young woman, whose transformation becomes the central point of the story.
• Brianne Howey as Katherine Rance: The older sister, who deals with suspicion and fear as the possessions begin.
• Alan Ruck as Henry Rance: The patriarch of the Rance family, struggling to understand and cope with the sinister happenings within his family.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is based on the 1971 novel but it is actually a sequel to the 1973 film adaptation, retaining part of its original storyline.
• You'll hear Tubular Bells, the famous theme music from the original film, in the series.
• While filming, the cast and crew reported strange occurrences on the set such as props moving on their own.

Quotes

• "You can't make deals with it. Understand that. There is only one way to deal with it: you drive it out. You kill it." – Father Marcus
• "Evil has a name and it is the demon!" – Father Tomas
• "There's a presence in that house. It's trying to take your daughter!" – Father Tomas to Henry Rance

Music, Soundtrack

• The chilling score for the series is provided by Daniel Hart, who amps up the tension and horror with his compositions.
• It also features 'Tubular Bells' from the original movie's iconic soundtrack.