The Exorcism

On a high profile shoot for a supernatural horror film, a fading actor named Anthony Miller starts to crack under the pressure. That strain reopens old wounds around his past addictions, a factor that deeply unsettles his daughter Lee, who has come to see the project as a possible straight line to his downfall. As filming intensifies, the line between actor and character blurs and disturbing events begin to echo the on screen scares in dangerous ways. Lee refuses to abandon her father, but she wonders if the threat is simply his self destructive habits or something darker that clings to the set. The crew grows uneasy as the night shoots grow longer.

The Exorcism was directed by Joshua John Miller and M.A. Fortin, who co wrote the screenplay. It's presented as an original horror thriller rather than an adaptation, allowing the directors to craft a tight, character driven mood on a 22 million dollar budget. Russell Crowe leads a strong supporting cast, including Ryan Simpkins, Sam Worthington and Chloe Bailey, with Adam Goldberg rounding out the ensemble.

Worldwide box office totals about 12.6 million, far shy of its 22 million budget, signaling a modest release with limited reach beyond genre circles. While not a box office smash, the numbers reflect a film that found its audience among horror enthusiasts seeking a psychological edge.

At this stage there isn’t a noticeable cultural footprint. The film contributes to a subgenre of set based hauntings and Hollywood pressure, with performances and mood creating a tense atmosphere rather than iconic quotable moments. Any lasting impact will depend on future audience rewatchability and discussions.

Critics have a mixed read on the movie, praising Russell Crowe’s committed turn while pointing to familiar ground in its setup and scares. The central themes lean into the tension between addiction and danger, exploring whether the real horror lies in personal history or in forces beyond the frame.