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?
This is one of the best and most well done shows I have seen on tv in quite some time. Addictive!! Never missed an episode -LOVE IT!!! Please have a 2nd season for us horror lovers who have so little to pick from on tv in this genre
I loved it. I always enjoyed and look forward to each episode. In a world where our choices are medical drama, cop drama (or mystery), even shows revolving around medical examiners playing cops are played out. So when something new like the exorcist comes out, I enjoy not knowing how every episode will end. Figuring out the mystery half way through. I enjoy the new. Unfortunately most are scared of it. They don’t dare take a chance on something new. I’ve seen shows that people love the first season. Everyone can’t stop talking about it. It wins all the awards… Read more »
Yes please bring back another season. I had a group of people getting together just watch the show and we had a great time and watch this show. Had at least 15 people over each week.
Every show that I watch gets canceled perhaps they should not have them all running at the same time/day. Not everyone has a PVR. I think i will just quit watching TV series all together and stick with the news and movies. At least they won’t be canceled!
Please bring back the Exorcist! As someone who totally hates any kind of horror show, I really got into this! Especially since I saw the original Exorcist when it first came out in the movies with my mom! I feel it didn’t get enough of a chance! I’m talking friends into watching the first season! Please! It’s the only other series i was following!
I absolutely LOVED this show! I really enjoyed how the show broke down the psychology of the relationship between “Reagan ” and the Demon. The show filled in alot of empty holes that the movie left. PLEASE BRING IT BACK!
I loved the show!!!! Second season is needed to tell more of the story!!!!
Definitely a season 2 please!
Please make a second season. Where we live, in the country we do not have access to cable but just got caught up on Hulu. We love this show!!!
Bring it back! It just makes sense.
I think that a second season is necessary. There is a eerie suspense in every episode. You guys can’t take it away c’mon!
I love the show hope theres a season 2
I love the show and never miss it I hope to see season 2soon
I love the show I watch it every time it plays I hope there will be more to come
I just recently discovered this series. I immediately fell in love with it. It’s very well-written and it never failed to keep its viewers up on their seats. I wish they will be renewed for season 2. I kind of get where Slater’s story line would proceed. Can’t wait to see its fruition. NEW SEASON PLEASE!!! 😀