The Exorcist

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In The Exorcist, faith meets the abyss as Father Karras battles inner demons while confronting literal ones, setting the stage for Regan's soul-saving showdown against Pazuzu. It's a harrowing dance between good and evil that grips you by the soul.

The Exorcist Trivia

What was the name of the demon that possessed Regan MacNeil in "The Exorcist"? (Advanced)

#1: Pazuzu

#2: Azazel

#3: Beelzebub

#4: Balthazar

What was the original release year of "The Exorcist"? (Hard)

#1: 1971

#2: 1973

#3: 1975

#4: 1977

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The Exorcist Fun Facts

The Exorcist is based on a real-life exorcism case that took place in 1949 involving a boy under the pseudonym Roland Doe.

The exorcism scenes in The Exorcist, including the room’s chilling temperature, were filmed in a refrigerated set to achieve the actors' visible breath.

The Exorcist Polls

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The Exorcist (1973)

Exorcist II: The Heretic

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Favorite Character in The Exorcist

Regan MacNeil

Father Merrin

Father Karras

Chris MacNeil

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Popular Characters

Regan MacNeil

Father Damien Karras

Father Lankester Merrin

Chris MacNeil

Lieutenant William Kinderman

Sharon Spencer

Burke Dennings

Father Joseph Dyer

Dr. Barringer

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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publication

October 15, 1971

Publication of 'The Exorcist' Novel

William Peter Blatty publishes the novel 'The Exorcist,' which later inspires the film.

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December 26, 1973

Release of 'The Exorcist' Film

The horror film 'The Exorcist,' directed by William Friedkin and based on Blatty's novel, is released to critical acclaim and commercial success.

award

April 7, 1974

Won Academy Awards for 'The Exorcist'

The film 'The Exorcist' receives multiple Academy Awards, including Best Sound Mixing and Best Adapted Screenplay.

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