Scarlett Johansson Brings New Energy To The Exorcist Franchise

In this Geek Freaks Headlines update, Frank breaks down the surprise news that Scarlett Johansson is leading a new standalone Exorcist movie from Universal and Blumhouse. He explains how this film is separate from the 2023 sequel plans, why filming in Johansson’s hometown of New York matters, and why horror mastermind Mike Flanagan could finally give The Exorcist name a fresh start with mainstream audiences.

Timestamps and Topics:
00:00 Scarlett Johansson joins a new standalone Exorcist movie
00:10 How this film breaks away from the failed 2023 sequel and trilogy plans
00:21 Scarlett filming in her hometown and what this role could mean for her career
00:25 Mike Flanagan’s horror track record and hopes for a new Exorcist era
00:40 Hopes that the franchise will finally be taken seriously again

Key Takeaways:

• Scarlett Johansson will star in a new Exorcist film that is a fresh story, not a follow up to the 2023 movie.

• The project is a collaboration between Universal and Blumhouse, separate from the previously planned trilogy.

• Filming in New York connects the movie to Johansson’s roots and could mark a new chapter in her career.

• Mike Flanagan’s involvement signals a more character driven, prestige horror approach for the franchise.

• There is real potential for this movie to reset how mainstream audiences view The Exorcist name.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Scarlett Johansson is coming to The Exorcist.”

• “This is going to be a new era for Exorcist.”

• “We got a really good director and A+ actor. Hopefully this franchise will be taken seriously by the mainstream.”

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