The Exorcist
"Something almost beyond comprehension is happening to a girl on this street, in this house…And a man has been sent for as a last resort. This man is The Exorcist."
Originally released in 1973. The Exorcist is a horror film. directed by William Friedkin. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair, and Jason Miller
Synopsis
When a mysterious entity possesses a young girl, her mother seeks the help of two Catholic priests to save her life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (8,412 votes)
Budget
$12M
Production budget
Box Office
$441.3M
36.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ellen Burstyn
as Chris MacNeil
Linda Blair
as Regan MacNeil
Jason Miller
as Father Damien Karras
Max von Sydow
as Father Lankester Merrin
Lee J. Cobb
as Lt. Bill Kinderman
William O'Malley
as Father Joseph Kevin Dyer
Kitty Winn
as Sharon Spencer
Jack MacGowran
as Burke Dennings
Barton Heyman
as Dr. Klein
Peter Masterson
as Dr. Barringer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $12,000,000
- Revenue
- $441,306,145
Production Companies
- Hoya Productions
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Exorcist about?
When a mysterious entity possesses a young girl, her mother seeks the help of two Catholic priests to save her life.
Who directed The Exorcist?
The Exorcist was directed by William Friedkin.
How long is The Exorcist?
The Exorcist has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The Exorcist released?
The Exorcist was released on December 26, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Exorcist?
The main cast of The Exorcist includes Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair, Jason Miller, Max von Sydow, Lee J. Cobb.
Is The Exorcist worth watching?
The Exorcist has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 8,412 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.