Scarlett Johansson will star in the “ Exorcist ” movie for Universal and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster.

Mike Flanagan is writing, directing and producing the newest installment, which has been described as a “radical new take” on “The Exorcist.” The original “Exorcist,” directed by William Friedkin, follows a mother (Ellen Burstyn) who hires two Catholic priests to perform an exorcism on her demonically possessed 12-year-old (Linda Blair). Released in 1973, the film was a critical and commercial hit with $441 million globally in addition to 10 Oscar nominations.

“Scarlett is a brilliant actress whose captivating performances always feel grounded and real, from genre films to summer blockbusters, and I couldn’t be happier to have her join this ‘Exorcist’ film,” said Flanagan, best known for

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