Overview
- Universal and producers confirmed Ejiofor has been added to the ensemble with Scarlett Johansson, Diane Lane and Jacobi Jupe.
- Flanagan wrote, will direct and produce an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe rather than a remake or sequel.
- Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, Morgan Creek and Flanagan’s Red Room Pictures are producing, with Universal dated for March 12, 2027.
- Production is preparing to film in New York City as Flanagan reunites with Ejiofor following their collaboration on The Life of Chuck.
- Some outlets report, citing unnamed sources, that Ejiofor may play an ex-con turned priest, a detail not confirmed by the studio.