Flanagan: Johansson Was 'Terrified Daily' Filming The Exorcist: Martyrs
Director Mike Flanagan called Scarlett Johansson's work in the film raw and intense, saying she was terrified every day on set.
Director Mike Flanagan said Scarlett Johansson was terrified daily while filming The Exorcist: Martyrs, describing her performance as raw and intense. He made the comments in an interview with Screen Rant, as reported by movieweb.com.
Johansson plays NYPD detective Julie Miller in the film, which has now released its first trailer. In the footage, a nameplate reading Kinderman can be seen on her badge.
The character name points back to The Exorcist III, which featured detective William Kinderman. The Exorcist: Martyrs has been described as sharing similarities with that film, including a serial killer plot and its poster.
The Exorcist: Martyrs is scheduled to hit theaters on March 12, 2027.
Flanagan's franchise history
Flanagan previously earned praise for The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass and his take on Stephen King's Carrie. Johansson, meanwhile, was nominated for Best Actress for Marriage Story and Best Supporting Actress for Jojo Rabbit.
Quick answers
When does The Exorcist: Martyrs come out?
The film is scheduled to hit theaters on March 12, 2027.
Who does Scarlett Johansson play in The Exorcist: Martyrs?
She plays NYPD detective Julie Miller.
Has a trailer for The Exorcist: Martyrs been released?
Yes. The trailer is out, and it shows a nameplate reading Kinderman on Johansson's badge.