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The Exorcist Series May Be In Trouble Getting Renewed and It Needs Your Help!

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Written by Patti Pauley

Earlier this year, we at iHorror caught wind that the ‘scariest movie of all time’ was getting a series and hesitation almost immediately set in with both fans of the 1973 masterpiece and admittedly so, some of us ambassadors in the horror community. An Exorcist series, on FOX no less, seemed like a terrible idea regarding story content. How good could it actually be? I had my reservations initially, mostly because I was afraid of one of my favorite, and one of my very first horror film’s name being dragged across the mud for the sake of viewers merely tuning in on the sole fact, it’s a goddamn Exorcist television show. However, I give everything a damn fair chance, as it’s kinda my job here, and tuned in on that fateful night in September… And was the blown the hell away.

 

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If you’ve been paying attention, The Exorcist series is hands down one of the best damn shows the TV Gods have bestowed upon us in recent memory. And I’m not just referring to strictly horror TV, but all genres. Yes, it’s that good. The series developed by Jeremy Slater is smart, fresh, and stands apart from the films we know in such a beautiful manner. The series does indeed tie into the original film but for those who may be reading and haven’t tuned in to this show, I don’t want to spoil anything for you. But I have to tell you, if you’re not watching, you’re absolutely missing out on something special here. The season premiere opened up to an impressive 2.85 million viewers, however it has been brought to my attention that the series, as good as it is, ratings’ are steadily declining.

Fellow horror blogger and former iHorror contributor John Squires very recently brought the distressful news over on Bloody Disgusting that this glorious treasure that Slater has created, may in fact be in danger of not being renewed for a second season. Last night’s eighth episode in the series ‘The Griefbearers’, did not disappoint as per usual, ringing nostalgic bells bringing us back into the original story we all know and love, a clearer look at the relationship between Regan and ‘Captain Howdy’ solidifying just how malevolent a demon he really is, along with one HELL of a twist in the end. With the official viewer count not in just as of yet, it is true that the audience seems to be dropping off each week. Click here to see for yourself, but I warn you it’s a tad depressing.

I don’t think I need to tell you guys what could possibly happen here if ratings don’t pick back up. It’s very well a possibility that this gorgeous program that some may be taking for granted, could disappear and if I can help IN ANY WAY by at least spreading the word by using my iHorror powers, I’m going to goddamn do it. Over on Twitter, Slater is urging fans to use social media and hashtag #RenewTheExorcist to give the show a little boost and let the network know we are here. We are watching. And we don’t want this to go away. We just got Geena Davis back. Don’t you dare take her away from me. BD provided this handy little visual for fans of the show and what they can do to help. If you like me, would like to see a second season, or hell 10 more, do your part and let your voice be heard. We in the horror community have a booming voice and studios will listen if enough of us are screaming. Don’t let me down guys!

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Jake Gyllenhaal’s Thriller ‘Presumed Innocent’ Series Gets Early Release Date

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Jake Gyllenhaal’s limited series Presumed Innocent is dropping on AppleTV+ on June 12 instead of June 14 as originally planned. The star, whose Road House reboot has brought mixed reviews on Amazon Prime, is embracing the small screen for the first time since his appearance on Homicide: Life on the Street in 1994.

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Presumed Innocent is being produced by David E. Kelley, J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot, and Warner Bros. It is an adaptation of Scott Turow’s 1990 film in which Harrison Ford plays a lawyer doing double duty as an investigator looking for the murderer of his colleague.

These types of sexy thrillers were popular in the ’90s and usually contained twist endings. Here’s the trailer for the original:

According to Deadline, Presumed Innocent doesn’t stray far from the source material: “…the Presumed Innocent series will explore obsession, sex, politics and the power and limits of love as the accused fights to hold his family and marriage together.”

Up next for Gyllenhaal is the Guy Ritchie action movie titled In the Grey scheduled for release in January 2025.

Presumed Innocent is an eight-episode limited series set to stream on AppleTV+ starting June 12.

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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed

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The latest exorcism movie is about to drop this summer. It’s aptly titled The Exorcism and it stars Academy Award winner turned B-movie savant Russell Crowe. The trailer dropped today and by the looks of it, we are getting a possession movie that takes place on a movie set.

Just like this year’s recent demon-in-media-space film Late Night With the Devil, The Exorcism happens during a production. Although the former takes place on a live network talk show, the latter is on an active sound stage. Hopefully, it won’t be entirely serious and we’ll get some meta chuckles out of it.

The film will open in theaters on June 7, but since Shudder also acquired it, it probably won’t be long after that until it finds a home on the streaming service.

Crowe plays, “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.”

Crowe did see some success in last year’s The Pope’s Exorcist mostly because his character was so over-the-top and infused with such comical hubris it bordered on parody. We will see if that is the route actor-turned-director Joshua John Miller takes with The Exorcism.

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Win a Stay at The Lizzie Borden House From Spirit Halloween

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Spirit Halloween has declared that this week marks the start of spooky season and to celebrate they are offering fans a chance to stay at the Lizzie Borden House with so many perks Lizzie herself would approve.

The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA is claimed to be one of the most haunted houses in America. Of course one lucky winner and up to 12 of their friends will find out if the rumors are true if they win the grand prize: A private stay in the notorious house.

“We are delighted to work with Spirit Halloween to roll out the red carpet and offer the public a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience at the infamous Lizzie Borden House, which also includes additional haunted experiences and merchandise,” said Lance Zaal, President & Founder of US Ghost Adventures.

Fans can enter to win by following Spirit Halloween‘s Instagram and leaving a comment on the contest post from now through April 28.

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The prize also includes:

An exclusive guided house tour, including insider insight around the murder, the trial, and commonly reported hauntings

A late-night ghost tour, complete with professional ghost-hunting gear

A private breakfast in the Borden family dining room

A ghost hunting starter kit with two pieces of Ghost Daddy Ghost Hunting Gear and a lesson for two at US Ghost Adventures Ghost Hunting Course

The ultimate Lizzie Borden gift package, featuring an official hatchet, the Lizzie Borden board game, Lily the Haunted Doll, and America’s Most Haunted Volume II

Winner’s choice of a Ghost Tour experience in Salem or a True Crime experience in Boston for two

“Our Halfway to Halloween celebration provides fans an exhilarating taste of what’s to come this fall and empowers them to start planning for their favorite season as early as they please,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “We have cultivated an incredible following of enthusiasts who embody the Halloween lifestyle, and we’re thrilled to bring the fun back to life.”

Spirit Halloween is also preparing for their retail haunted houses. On Thursday, August 1 their flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. will officially open to start off the season. That event usually draws in hordes of people eager to see what new merch, animatronics, and exclusive IP goods will be trending this year.

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