This horror film, not recommended for those under 16, has just landed on Netflix and it’s a hit! It is already in second place in the ranking of the most viewed films of the moment.
Released in 2023 in cinemas and 50 years later The Exorcist the William Friedkin, The Exorcist: Devotion is now available on Netflix. Since it was put online on the streaming platform on Saturday January 11, it has been a real success. The horror film, not recommended for those under 16, quickly climbed into the Netflix top 10 and to date, it occupies second place on the podium, just behind To Lifewho managed to take first place in the rankings in just 24 hours.
The producer explains the birth of The Exorcist: Devotion
Producer Jason Blum wanted to pay homage to William Friedkin’s film by adding a touch of modernity. “The Exorcist was revolutionary for its time and we were keen to pay homage to it with this new opus”he confided in the press kit for the film. He then added: “That was fifty years ago and since The Exorcist, thousands of horror films have been made so well that, for us, it was about telling an original story that makes you uncomfortable. We wanted to convey to the viewer the feeling of horror that a father or mother experiences when their world – their only child – is in danger. And we also wanted to show that, in such a situation, one must accept to question oneself. convictions to come to the aid of those who needs.”
Ellen Burstyn back in The Exorcist: Devotion
In The Exorcist: Devotionviewers can see a familiar face, as Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn reprises her role as Chris MacNeill. “The presence of Ellen Burstyn in this film ensures a very strong link between this new opus and the work of Friedkin. For all fans – starting with me! –, it’s very satisfying”said Jason Blum. David Robinson, the film’s other producer, added: “Without Ellen, the film would not have existed.” The latter also indicated that he had contacted the actress several years ago for this project. He then went to meet him in New York to answer all his questions, but also to listen to his ideas.
Article written with the collaboration of 6médias.
