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The Exorcist

"Every soul is a battlefield."

TV Show TV-14 2016 7.3 /10 Canceled
FOX A FOX Original
Created by Jeremy Slater, William Peter Blatty

In a modern reimagining of a legendary nightmare, two priests from opposite ends of the world face a crisis that shakes a quiet family. Father Tomas Ortega and Father Marcus Brennan join forces to examine a possession that resists easy explanations, testing both their faith and their methods. As... Read more

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About The Exorcist

In a modern reimagining of a legendary nightmare, two priests from opposite ends of the world face a crisis that shakes a quiet family. Father Tomas Ortega and Father Marcus Brennan join forces to examine a possession that resists easy explanations, testing both their faith and their methods. As they investigate, personal histories surface and moral choices come into sharper relief, blurring the line between sacred duty and human vulnerability. The case unfolds with a steady mix of mystery and drama, focusing on character, belief, and the stubborn endurance of a family under siege.

The Exorcist is a 2016 Fox TV series created by Jeremy Slater drawing on William Peter Blatty's novel and the 1973 film, featuring a cast led by Alfonso Herrera and Ben Daniels as two priests confronting a disturbing possession.

Beyond its scares, the show contributed to the Exorcist legacy by re framing demonic possession for a modern audience. It leaned into atmosphere and character driven suspense, prompting conversations about faith, doubt, and resilience in families facing unseen threats.

Critics were mixed but tuned in, with praise for the performances of Tomas Ortega and Marcus Brennan and the tense mood, while some felt the pacing lagged at times. Central themes include the tug of faith against doubt, the weight of duty, and how fear affects ordinary life.

Details

Release Date
September 23, 2016
Rating
TV-14
User Ratings
728 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
20
Network
FOX
Status
Canceled
Genres
Mystery, Drama
Country
United States
Studio
Morgan Creek Entertainment +1 more
External Links
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Cast

Alfonso Herrera

Alfonso Herrera

Father Tomas Ortega

Ben Daniels

Ben Daniels

Father Marcus Brennan

John Cho

John Cho

Andrew Kim

Li Jun Li

Li Jun Li

Rose Cooper

Kurt Egyiawan

Kurt Egyiawan

Father Bennett

Brianna Hildebrand

Brianna Hildebrand

Verity

Hannah Kasulka

Hannah Kasulka

Casey Rance

Beatrice Kitsos

Beatrice Kitsos

Harper

Created by: Jeremy Slater, William Peter Blatty

Seasons (2 seasons, 20 episodes)

Season 1

Season 1

10 episodes - 2016

Season 2

Season 2

10 episodes - 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

The Exorcist is not currently available on streaming subscription services, but you can rent or buy it on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

Yes, you can buy on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

The Exorcist has 2 seasons with a total of 20 episodes.

With a rating of 7.3/10 from 728 viewers, The Exorcist is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

In a modern reimagining of a legendary nightmare, two priests from opposite ends of the world face a crisis that shakes a quiet family. Father Tomas Ortega and Father Marcus Brennan join forces to examine a possession that resists easy explanations, testing both their faith and their methods. As ...

The Exorcist stars Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, John Cho, Li Jun Li, and Kurt Egyiawan.

The Exorcist was created by Jeremy Slater and William Peter Blatty.

The Exorcist was released on September 23, 2016.

The Exorcist is a Mystery and Drama series.

The Exorcist (2016) ran for 2 seasons and 20 episodes and was canceled. There won't be a Season 3.

Alfonso Herrera plays Father Tomas Ortega. He is one of the two priests at the center of the series as they tackle a family's demonic possession.

John Cho plays Andrew Kim. He is one of the main cast members in the series.

The Exorcist (2016) follows the lives of two very different priests. They tackle one family's case of terrifying demonic possession.