'Hamnet' child actor joins Scarlett Johansson in new 'Exorcist'
What's the story
The iconic horror franchise, The Exorcist, is getting a fresh start with a new film directed by Mike Flanagan. Young actor Jacobi Jupe, who recently shot to fame with Hamnet, has been roped in for the project. He will star opposite Scarlett Johansson. The upcoming film won't be a sequel to the poorly received Exorcist: Believer and will present a different perspective on exorcisms and possessions.
Career highlights
Jupe's career and role in 'The Exorcist' reboot
Jupe, who has been in the industry for a few years, shot to fame with his performance in Hamnet. He also appeared in David Lowery's Peter Pan & Wendy as Michael Darling. Apart from this, he has also starred in the psychological thriller series Before, fantasy drama Britannia, and musical podcast Cupid. The upcoming Exorcist film will be led by writer-director Flanagan, known for projects like The Fall of the House of Usher and Doctor Sleep.
Film details
New 'Exorcist' film to offer fresh perspective on possession themes
The new Exorcist film is being touted as a "bold new take" on the franchise and the general plot of exorcisms and possessions. It has been confirmed that it will not be a sequel to the last film in the series, Exorcist: Believer, which was released in 2023. The movie was poorly received by fans and critics alike. The original The Exorcist, directed by William Friedkin, was released in 1973.