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‘The Exorcist’ Star Linda Blair Tells Fans She Has Yet to Have Discussions About Participating in New Trilogy
Mammoth news kicked off the week when it was reported that Universal Pictures and Peacock were purchasing the rights to produce a brand new The Exorcist trilogy alongside Morgan Creek and Blumhouse.
The announcement included the first casting and story details, with Leslie Odom Jr. (Hamilton, Knives Out 2) reportedly playing the father of a possessed child.
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Oscar-winning actress Ellen Burstyn is set to reprise her role as Chris MacNeil, but what about the great Linda Blair, who played the possessed and tortured Regan MacNeil?
Blair took to Twitter to answer fan cries, explaining that, as of this writing, she has yet to have any discussions about reprising her role.
“To all my fans asking about my involvement in the new Exorcist reboot, as of now there has not been any discussions about me participating or reprising my role.”
The important phrase in this paragraph is “as of now,” which would indicate that a conversation has yet to happen, but could. There’s a plan for a trilogy here and it’s likely director David Gordon Green would not only want to keep a surprise like this secret, but possibly save it for one of the further sequels.
No matter, Blair is offering her blessing: “I wish all those involved the best and I appreciate the loyalty and passion the fans have for The Exorcist and my character.”
The first film in the trilogy will be released theatrically on October 13, 2023.
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— Linda Blair (@RealLindaBlair) July 26, 2021
Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky) is staying busy here in 2024, directing not only the werewolf movie Big Bad but also an upcoming thriller titled Drop.
The project for Blumhouse and Platinum Dunes is being described as a “fast-paced thriller,” and Deadline reports today that Violett Beane (Truth or Dare) has joined the cast.
Newcomer Jacob Robinson has also signed on to star in the mysterious thriller. Previously announced, Meghann Fahy (“White Lotus”) will be leading the cast.
Landon recently teased on Twitter, “This is my love letter to DePalma.”
Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach wrote the script.
Michael Bay, Jason Blum, Brad Fuller and Cameron Fuller — “who brought the script in to Platinum Dunes” — are producing the upcoming Drop. Sam Lerner is an executive producer.
THR notes, “The film is a Platinum Dunes and Blumhouse production for Universal.”
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