'The Exorcism' Trailer: Troubled actor Russell Crowe loses his mind

Vertical has released the official trailer and poster for Russell Crowe-starrer horror film 'The Exorcism', reports 'Deadline'. The film revolves around troubled and failed actor Anthony Miller, who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. Played by Ryan Simpkins, his estranged daughter wonders if the actor is slipping back into his past addictions, or if something more sinister is haunting him. This is Russel Crowe's second film in the exorcism subgenre in just two years. 'The Exorcism' has come on the heels of Sony’s 'The Pope’s Exorcist', which grossed nearly $77 million worldwide.

People behind the making of 'The Exorcism'

Joshua John Miller directed 'The Exorcism', while directed by M.A. Fortin & Joshua John Miller wrote its script. 'The Exorcism' is the second horror movie of Miller and Fortin after the 2015 horror comedy 'The Final Girls.' They also created the USA Network drama series 'Queen of the South.' Producers of 'The Exorcism' include Kevin Williamson, Ben Fast and Bill Block.

Star Cast

The star ensemble of 'The Exorcism' includes Russell Crowe, Ryan Simpkins, Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.


Russel Crowe has performed brilliantly and continued his streak of horror films after starring in 'The Pope’s Exorcist' in 2023 and 'Sleeping Dogs' earlier this year. Simpkin has earlier starred in all three parts of Netflix’s 'Fear Street' trilogy, as well as several horror films in the mid-2010s such as 'Twixt,' 'Hangman' and 'Anguish.'

Best known for his work as Jake Sully in the 'Avatar' franchise, made his horror debut with his role as Joe in 'The Exorcism.'

Release Date

The ' Exorcism' is scheduled to premiere June 7, 2024, in theaters

FAQs

Who has directed 'The Exorcism'?
Joshua John Miller directed 'The Exorcism', while directed by M.A. Fortin & Joshua John Miller wrote its script.

Who are the main actors of 'The Exorcism'?
The star ensemble of 'The Exorcism' includes Russell Crowe, Ryan Simpkins, Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.