Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) movie poster

Exorcist: The Beginning (2004)

"Go back to where the horror began."
ThumbScore
👍 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 20% (RT: 10%, MC: 30) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

Where to Watch

Streaming
Prime Video
Rent / Buy
Google PlayApple TVFandango at Home
See all watch options on JustWatch
Director
Runtime
1h 54m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.4/10 (873 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
10%
Metacritic
30
Cast
Stellan Skarsgård as Father Lankester Merrin
Izabella Scorupco as Sarah Lesno
James D'Arcy as Father Francis
Julian Wadham as Major Granville
Remy Sweeney as Joseph
Andrew French as Chuma
Antonie Kamerling as Lieutenant Kessel
Ben Cross as Semelier
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 873 votes. Critics scored it lower at 20%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Years before Father Merrin helped save Regan MacNeil’s soul, he first encounters the demon Pazuzu in East Africa. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Renny Harlin cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for Exorcist: The Beginning was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Exorcist: The Beginning is a 2004 horror film directed by Renny Harlin. Years before Father Merrin helped save Regan MacNeil’s soul, he first encounters the demon Pazuzu in East Africa. The film has been rated by 873 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, Exorcist: The Beginning delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

Movies You Might Like
← Browse All Movies | Free Movies | Best Movies | New Releases
💬 Feedback