Exorcist: The Beginning (2004)
- Aug 19, 2004
- 2 min read
PG-13 | 1 hr 51 min | 5.8/10 | Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
Storyline
Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) explores the early career of Father Lankester Merrin, who is sent to a remote archaeological dig in Africa. There, he encounters an ancient evil awakening among the local population. Confronted with supernatural forces, Merrin must grapple with his own crisis of faith while facing horrors beyond human comprehension, setting the stage for the events that follow in The Exorcist.
Why It’s Our Vibe
This prequel blends gothic horror with psychological tension, emphasizing dread over gore. Stellan Skarsgård delivers a haunting portrayal of a man confronting spiritual darkness and internal doubt. The atmospheric visuals, combined with a chilling score, make it a suspenseful, if divisive, entry in the franchise that expands the mythology of the original classic.
Director
Renny Harlin
Writer
William Wisher Jr.
David Seltzer (story)
Starring
Stellan Skarsgård as Father Lankester Merrin
Izabella Scorupco as Sarah Novak
James D’Arcy as Father Francis
Thomas Kretschmann as Berengar
Julian Wadham as Father Francis’ Mentor
Andrew McCarthy as Father Francis (additional role)
Produced by
Morgan Creek Productions
Production Companies
Morgan Creek Productions
Dimension Films
Cinematography
Shelly Johnson
Edited by
Jim Page
Music by
Marco Beltrami
Distributed by
Warner Bros. Pictures
Release date
August 20, 2004
Run Time
1 hr 51 min
Country
United States
Languages
English
Budget
$70 million
Box office
$78 million+
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