Leslie Odom Jr. Questions His Faith in First ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Trailer

Leslie Odom Jr. Grapples with Faith in First Trailer for ‘The Exorcist: Believer’

Prepare to be terrified by the bone-chilling first trailer of ‘The Exorcist: Believer.’ Serving as a direct sequel to the iconic 1973 film, the movie directed by David Gordon Green marks the beginning of a planned trilogy and promises a delightfully evil experience.

The trailer introduces Leslie Odom Jr. in the role of a concerned father, who drops his daughter off at school only to have her and her friend mysteriously vanish. Despite an extensive search, the girls are found, but something is amiss – they have no recollection of how long they were missing, and soon inexplicable occurrences begin to unfold. Desperate for answers, the parents embark on a quest that leads them to encounter Chris MacNeil, portrayed by Ellen Burstyn, reprising her role from the original film. She not only recognizes the grave danger the girls are facing but also confronts her own haunting past.

What to Expect from ‘The Exorcist: Believer’

Rather than rebooting the classic story, Green’s intention with ‘Believer’ is to continue the legacy of the original, making the malevolent presence of the Devil all the more menacing. As the desperate parents seek assistance, they seek out Burstyn’s character, whose own daughter (Linda Blair) was once possessed by the evil entity Pazuzu. The 1973 film made history as a rare horror flick that earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Picture, leaving an indelible mark on pop culture, and the creators of ‘Believer’ aim to carry that influence forward.

Producer Jason Blum reassures both fans of the original and newcomers to the franchise that the movie caters to all audiences. He expressed, “I want to make a movie that works for both [audiences]. I want to make a movie for people that know and love the first Exorcist and are furious that we’re doing this, but somehow drag themselves to the theater. I want them to come out happy. And I want to make a movie that people who’ve never heard of The Exorcist really enjoy.”

In addition to Burstyn as Chris MacNeil and Odom Jr. as the father of a possessed child, the film features Jennifer Nettles as the mother of another possessed child, who joins forces with Odom Jr.’s character. Lidya Jewett and newcomer Olivia Marcum play the two young girls who fall under the grip of the demonic spirit. Ann Dowd, Raphael Sbarge, and Okwui Okpokwasili complete the talented cast.

Prepare to face your fears when ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ hits theaters on October 13. Watch the hair-raising trailer below: [link to the trailer]

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• The Exorcist: Believer – IMDb: The IMDb page for ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ providing information about the film, cast, crew, and release details.

• The Exorcist (1973) – IMDb: IMDb page for the original 1973 film ‘The Exorcist,’ which serves as the basis for ‘The Exorcist: Believer.’

• [The Exorcist: Believer – Official Trailer](link to the official trailer): The official trailer for ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ offering a glimpse into the bone-chilling horror of the movie.

• David Gordon Green – Wikipedia: Wikipedia page for David Gordon Green, the director of ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ providing insights into his career and filmography.

• Leslie Odom Jr. – IMDb: IMDb page for Leslie Odom Jr., who plays a significant role in the film.

• Ellen Burstyn – IMDb: IMDb page for Ellen Burstyn, reprising her role as Chris MacNeil in ‘The Exorcist: Believer.’

• Jason Blum – Wikipedia: Wikipedia page for Jason Blum, the producer of ‘The Exorcist: Believer,’ offering details about his career and achievements.

• The Exorcist – Rotten Tomatoes: The Rotten Tomatoes page for the original 1973 film ‘The Exorcist,’ with reviews and ratings from critics and audiences.