Key Takeaways
- Laurence Fishburne has joined the cast of The Exorcist reboot
- Scarlett Johansson leads an all-star ensemble directed by Mike Flanagan
- The film tells a brand-new story, not a sequel to The Exorcist: Believer
- Production is set to film in New York City
- Universal Pictures plans a March 2027 theatrical release
Laurence Fishburne is officially entering The Exorcist universe.
The Oscar-nominated actor has joined Scarlett Johansson in Mike Flanagan’s highly anticipated reboot of The Exorcist, marking a major casting addition to Universal Pictures’ upcoming horror release.
A New Chapter in The Exorcist Franchise
Unlike previous installments, the upcoming film will tell a completely original story and will not serve as a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. While Fishburne’s role is being kept tightly under wraps, the project is already generating strong buzz thanks to its creative team and cast.
The film is scheduled to shoot in New York City and will receive a wide theatrical release in March 2027.
Stacked Cast Led by Scarlett Johansson
Fishburne joins an impressive ensemble that includes:
- Scarlett Johansson
- Jacobi Jupe (Hamnet)
- Diane Lane
- Chiwetel Ejiofor
With Mike Flanagan writing and directing, expectations are high for a darker, character-driven take on the iconic horror franchise.
Behind the Scenes: Who’s Producing?
The reboot is being produced by a powerhouse lineup:
- Blumhouse–Atomic Monster
- Morgan Creek Entertainment
- Mike Flanagan’s Red Room Pictures
Jason Blum and Ryan Turek are attached for Blumhouse–Atomic Monster, while David Robinson produces for Morgan Creek. Alexandra Magistro will executive produce for Red Room Pictures.
Laurence Fishburne’s Legendary Career
Fishburne brings decades of experience and genre credibility to the project. He is best known for portraying Morpheus in The Matrix franchise and has built a career spanning over five decades.
Career Highlights Include:
- Film debut at age 15 in Apocalypse Now
- Tony Award win for Two Trains Running
- Multiple Emmy Awards, including #FreeRayshawn
- Academy Award nomination for What’s Love Got to Do with It
- Roles in Boyz n the Hood, The Color Purple, Mystic River, and John Wick
Beyond acting, Fishburne co-founded Cinema Gypsy Productions, the company behind black-ish, its spinoffs, and the Emmy-winning animated series Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.
Why This Reboot Matters
With Mike Flanagan at the helm and a cast that blends prestige drama with genre powerhouses, this Exorcist reboot signals a fresh creative direction for the franchise — one that leans into atmosphere, performance, and psychological horror.
As production ramps up, this project is one entertainment professionals will want to keep an eye on.
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