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The Exorcist

Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

The Exorcist works as a horror movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. The film leans hard into its core genre, which is exactly what fans say they wanted more of from blockbusters in that era.

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Runtime 2h 2m · ★ 7.7

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    1.Hereditary (2018)

    7.3 · Horror · Mystery · Thriller · 2h 8m

    Why you'll love it

    Hereditary draws from the same horror well as The Exorcist, channeling mystery in ways that feel unmistakably related. The 2018 film makes a natural companion watch — similar in spirit but distinctly its own.

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    2.Scream (1996)

    7.4 · Crime · Horror · Mystery · 1h 52m

    Why you'll love it

    Scream (1996) captures the horror appeal of The Exorcist without simply imitating it. The crime streak running through both films is what puts Scream at the top of any "if you liked…" shortlist.

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    3.Annabelle Comes Home (2019)

    6.4 · Horror · 1h 46m

    Why you'll love it

    The horror appeal of The Exorcist — that dark edge, the craft — translates cleanly into Annabelle Comes Home (2019). Different setting, same essential satisfaction.

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    4.Friday the 13th (1980)

    6.4 · Horror · 1h 35m

    Why you'll love it

    The filmmakers behind Friday the 13th (1980) clearly understood what makes horror work — the same quality that keeps The Exorcist rewatchable. Expect the same dark rhythm, executed with a fresh angle.

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    5.The Pope's Exorcist (2023)

    6.9 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 43m

    Why you'll love it

    The Pope's Exorcist (2023) is the kind of film The Exorcist fans discover and immediately send to their group chat. The horror overlap is real, but it's the dark emotional pull that seals the recommendation.

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    6.The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)

    6.6 · Crime · Drama · Horror · 2h 2m

    Why you'll love it

    The Exorcism of Emily Rose shares The Exorcist's gift for horror — the 2005 film delivers crime without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    7.The Nun II (2023)

    6.7 · Horror · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes The Exorcist compelling — the horror, the atmosphere — shows up in The Nun II (2023) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that dark storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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    8.Deliver Us from Evil (2014)

    6.2 · Thriller · Crime · Horror · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    The horror energy of The Exorcist is alive in Deliver Us from Evil (2014), filtered through a different story but the same emotional register. It earns its place on this list with a dark payoff that rivals the original pick.

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    9.A Haunted House 2 (2014)

    6.2 · Comedy · Horror · 1h 27m

    Why you'll love it

    A Haunted House 2 (2014) operates in the same horror as The Exorcist, but with its own distinct voice and pacing. The dark payoff will feel satisfyingly familiar without retreading the same ground.

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    10.Prey for the Devil (2022)

    6.9 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 33m

    Why you'll love it

    Prey for the Devil (2022) belongs to the same conversation as The Exorcist — both anchor their horror in thriller emotion that doesn't let go. The dark undercurrent connects them more than any plot summary would suggest.

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FAQ

What should I watch after The Exorcist?
Try Hereditary, Scream, Annabelle Comes Home—each shares DNA with The Exorcist while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Exorcist?
The Exorcist (1973) is best described as Horror. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Exorcist part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "The Exorcist Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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