The Exorcist (TV series)
The Exorcist | |
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Created by | Jeremy Slater |
Based on |
The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty |
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Composer(s) | Daniel Hart |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 10 (list of episodes) |
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Executive producer(s) |
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Producer(s) |
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Location(s) | Chicago, Illinois |
Cinematography | Alex Disenhof |
Running time | 45 minutes |
Production company(s) |
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Distributor | 20th Television |
Release | |
Original network | Fox |
Original release | September 23, 2016 – present |
Chronology | |
Preceded by | The Exorcist film |
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The Exorcist is an American horror drama television series. It stars Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels and Geena Davis. It debuted on Fox, September 23, 2016. The series, loosely based on the William Peter Blatty novel of the same name and portrayed as a sequel to the 1973 film of the same name, is part of The Exorcist franchise.[1] It was commissioned on May 10, 2016.[2]
Cast
Main role
- Alfonso Herrera as Father Tomas Ortega
- Ben Daniels as Father Marcus Keane
- Hannah Kasulka as Casey Rance
- Brianne Howey as Katherine Rance
- Kurt Egyiawan as Brother Bennett
- Alan Ruck as Henry Rance
- Geena Davis as Angela Rance / Regan MacNeil
Recurring role
- Robert Emmet Lunney as The Salesman / Captain Howdy / Pazuzu
- Mouzam Makkar as Jessica
- Kirsten Fitzgerald as Maria Walters
- David Hewlett as the voice of the demon
- Sharon Gless as Chris MacNeil[3]
- Camille Guaty as Olivia
Production
Development
Jeremy Slater wrote the pilot. On January 22, 2016, Fox ordered the pilot to be shot.[4][5] The series is described as “a propulsive, serialized psychological thriller following two very different men tackling one family’s case of horrifying demonic possession, and confronting the face of true evil.”[4]
Casting
On February 24, 2016, Brianne Howey was cast as Katherine Rance.[6] On February 29, 2016, Hannah Kasulka was cast as Casey Rance.[7] On March 2, 2016, Alfonso Herrera and Ben Daniels were cast as Father Tomas and Father Marcus respectively.[8][9] On March 3, 2016, Kurt Egyiawan was cast as Father Bennett.[10][11] On March 7, 2016, Geena Davis was cast as Angela Rance.[11]
Filming
Fox announced that season 1 of the show would be shot in Chicago.[12]
Episodes
No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | Prod. code | U.S. viewers (millions) |
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1 | "Chapter One: And Let My Cry Come Unto Thee" | Rupert Wyatt | Teleplay and Story by Jeremy Slater | September 23, 2016 | 1AZP01 | 2.85[13] |
2 | "Chapter Two: Lupus in Fabula" | Michael Nankin | Heather Bellson | September 30, 2016 | 1AZP02 | 1.98[14] |
3 | "Chapter Three: Let 'Em In" | Michael Nankin | Dre Ryan | October 7, 2016 | 1AZP03 | 1.95[15] |
4 | "Chapter Four: The Moveable Feast" | Craig Zisk | Adam Stein | October 14, 2016 | 1AZP04 | 1.97[16] |
5 | "Chapter Five: Through My Most Grievous Fault" | Jason Ensler | David Grimm | October 21, 2016 | 1AZP05 | 1.87[17] |
6 | "Chapter Six: Star of the Morning" | Jennifer Phang | Laura Marks | November 4, 2016 | 1AZP06 | 1.83[18] |
7 | "Chapter Seven: Father of Lies" | Tinge Krishnan | Charise Castro Smith | November 11, 2016 | 1AZP07 | 1.61[19] |
8 | "Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers" | Louis Milito | Marcus Gardley | November 18, 2016 | 1AZP08 | 1.67[20] |
9 | "Chapter Nine: 162"[21] | TBA | TBA | December 9, 2016 | 1AZP09 | TBD |
10 | "Chapter Ten: Three Rooms"[21] | TBA | TBA | December 16, 2016 | 1AZP10 | TBD |
Broadcast
Internationally, the series is to premiere in Australia on showcase on December 4, 2016.[22]
Reception
The Exorcist has received generally positive reviews from critics. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes gives the series a score of 77% based on 47 reviews with an average of 5.8/10. The consensus says, "The Exorcist doesn't come close to its classic source material, but still boasts a tense narrative that manages some legitimate scares and credible special effects."[23] On Metacritic, the show has a weighted average of 62/100 based on 28 reviews, indicating "generally favorable reviews."[24]
References
- ↑ Jayson, Jay (October 22, 2016). "Exorcist TV Series Revealed as Direct Sequel to Original Movie". ComicBook.com.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (May 10, 2016). "'The Exorcist', 'Lethal Weapon', 'Making History', 'Pitch', 'The Mick' & 'APB' Get Fox Series Orders". Deadline.com. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Slater, Jeremy [jerslater] (October 22, 2016). "And the mystery signature beneath the Post It belongs to the great Sharon Gless, who joined our cast tonight! Now off to draw some winners.." (Tweet). Retrieved October 22, 2016 – via Twitter.
- 1 2 Hibberd, James (January 22, 2016). "The Exorcist TV series in the works at Fox". Entertainment Weekly. Time Inc. Retrieved May 16, 2016.
- ↑ Prudom, Laura (January 22, 2016). "'The Exorcist' Pilot Ordered at Fox with Modern Twist". Variety. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 16, 2016.
- ↑ Petski, Denise (February 24, 2016). "Tracy Ifeachor Joins ABC Pilot 'Spark'; Brianne Howey In Fox's 'The Exorcist's". Deadline.com. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Petski, Denise (February 29, 2016). "Hannah Kasulka Joins Fox's 'The Exorcist'; Sofia Black D'Elia In 'The Mick'". Deadline.com. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (March 2, 2016). "'Exorcist': Alfonso Herrera & Ben Daniels To Star In Fox Drama Pilot". Deadline.com. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Slezak, Michael (March 2, 2016). "The Exorcist Reboot: Fox Pilot CastsFlesh and Bone, Sense8 Stars". TVLine. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Petski, Denise (March 3, 2016). "Geneva Carr Joins CBS Drama Pilot 'Bull'; Fox's 'The Exorcist' Adds Kurt Egyiawan". Deadline.com. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- 1 2 Wagmeister, Elizabeth (March 7, 2016). "Geena Davis Cast in Fox's 'Exorcist' Reboot Pilot". Variety. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 11, 2016.
- ↑ Metz, Nina (May 11, 2016). "Fox's 'The Exorcist,' 'A.P.B.' to film in Chicago for next TV season". Chicago Tribune. Tribune Publishing. Retrieved May 12, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (September 26, 2016). "Friday final ratings: 'Hawaii Five-0' adjusts up, 'MacGyver' and 'Exorcist' hold". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved September 26, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (October 3, 2016). "'MacGyver' and 'Exorcist' adjust down, 'Last Man Standing' adjusts up: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved October 3, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (October 10, 2016). "'Hawaii Five-0' and others unchanged: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved October 10, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (October 17, 2016). "'Shark Tank,' 'Blue Bloods' and 'Last Man Standing' adjust up: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved October 17, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (October 24, 2016). "'Hawaii Five-0,' 'Shark Tank,' 'Hell's Kitchen' adjust up, 'Exorcist' adjusts down: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved October 24, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (November 7, 2016). "'Shark Tank' adjusts up, 'The Exorcist' adjusts down: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 7, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (November 14, 2016). "Last Man Standing' adjusts up, all others hold: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 14, 2016.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (November 21, 2016). "The Exorcist' adjusts down: Friday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 21, 2016.
- 1 2 "Shows A–Z – The Exorcist on Fox". The Futon Critic. Retrieved October 26, 2016.
- ↑ Purcell, Charles (24 November 2016). "New This Week (Nov 28): The Exorcist, DC Crossover, Shark Week, FFA Final, Wallabies and live sport". The Green Room. Archived from the original on 25 November 2016. Retrieved 25 November 2016.
- ↑ "The Exorcist: Season 1 – Rotten Tomatoes". Rotten Tomatoes. Flixster. Retrieved October 21, 2016.
- ↑ "The Exorcist (2016) – Season 1 Reviews – Metacritic". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved September 29, 2016.