What’s next for The Exorcist? Recently, creator Jeremy Slater spoke with Variety about the future of the FOX TV series.
Based on the classic horror film, the drama follows two priests who team together to solve a terrifying case of demonic possession. The cast includes Ben Daniels, Alfonso Herrera, Kurt Egyiawan, Geena Davis, Alan Ruck, Brianne Howey, and Hannah Kasulka.
In the interview, Slater said he has plans for more seasons:
The idea of doing a serialized show where every single year is just another possession and next season, we’re moving one block down and a different family is having this happen to them — your eyes would glaze over so fast. I don’t know how to write that show and I don’t know who would want to watch that show. In this first year we’re giving the audience something recognizable and relatable, but hopefully by the time a few episodes have gone by, you’ll start to understand how we’re creating an engine that can run for several years.”
He revealed that he plans on having characters return for a possible second season:
It could be. The goal is not to tell an anthology story, because I don’t think this is “American Horror Story.” The characters who survive this first season and still have story left to tell, you will absolutely see them again going into Season 2. I think our two priests, Marcus and Tomas, are probably going to be the spine of the show going forward. But the idea is to aggressively tell a new story every single season.”
FOX has not announced whether The Exorcist will have a second season or not. However, the outlook is dim. So far, season one has earned an average rating of .74 in the 18-49 demo and 2.125 million viewers.
What do you think? Are you watching The Exorcist?
I couldn’t wait to see each new show on Fridays. Will be a shame if it gets cancelled. It was a fresh ideal for a series. Great writing. Acting was excellent.
I sure hope they don’t cancel it -what a awesome show. Renew this and somebody pick up Tyrant too!
I love the show. So many good shows are cancelled. There is alot of crap on tv these days, so why not keep something worth watching. Please dont cancel it!!
I loved it, can’t see why they would not give it a 2nd season.
I loved it. It had me every moment on the edge of my seat. Way better then any of the American Horror Story. Please please I need you to bring back this show. My hat’s off to all involved. Thank you for this great story.
I think this is one of the best series show I have ever watched. You need to keep this show going. Please continue with season two.
This has been an outstanding show with excellent acting and writing. I’m not sure why the low ratings. Maybe the time slot? Please take a chance on a second season.
Love this show. It feels like a film. So well done. The characters are great. Really hope it is renewed. Please give it more time.
Loved the show. We don’t use a cable company but stream from Hulu like many of my friends. The original film scared me out of my wits . The Series has great potential and I love the characters of the two priests
I hope there will be a Season for the Exorcist as I felt the actors were fabulous and the series really held all of us captive. We couldn’t wait for the next week to see what happens. Very suspenseful and captivating. Great writing and wonderful suspense.
Geena Davis should improve her acting skills, especially when crying, need more feeling, more intense feeling, but overall Season 2 please.
Excellent show
Hope there is a second season
I enjoyed The Exorcist immensely. The story line explained the relationship of all the characters very well! Each episode was suspenseful and terrifying and satisfied my taste for this genre of horror. The acting was superb and the casting excellent. My circle of friends have become avid fans of this series and will definitely continue to watch!
me and my mom absouletly love this show! please continue it there’s still so many questions that need to be answered!
Please renew this for season two this is a very well written and gripping show one of my favorites