The Exorcist(1973)
“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.”
Overview
When a mysterious entity possesses a young girl, her mother seeks the help of two Catholic priests to save her life.
Director
William Friedkin
Studio
Hoya Productions
Budget
$12M
Revenue
$441M
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
Barton Heyman
as Dr. Klein
Peter Masterson
as Dr. Barringer
Jack MacGowran
as Burke Dennings
Rudolf Schündler
as Karl
Gina Petrushka
as Willi
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1973
Runtime
2h 2m
Language
German
Rating
7.7 / 10
Budget
$12M
Box Office
$441M
Production Companies
Hoya Productions • Warner Bros. Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Exorcist?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Exorcist (1973).
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 and released in 1973. It is a horror, drama film.
How long is The Exorcist?▼
The Exorcist has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
Who stars in The Exorcist?▼
The cast of The Exorcist includes 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 and more.
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