Friedkin confirms 40th Anniversary Blu-ray in 2013; new digital print

Via his official Twitter last weekend, director William Friedkin unofficially confirmed what many of us anticipated: there will be a new Blu-ray release to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Exorcist in 2013. When asked by a fan if a digital or film print would be shown at the Seattle International Film...

A memorable 37th year for fans of THE EXORCIST

2010 has proven to be an exciting year for fans of The Exorcist, and as the anniversary of the greatest horror film of all time closes out its 37th year, we collectively continue to learn and appreciate the masterpiece it has become. On December 26, 1973, The Exorcist was first released to audiences in the...

More video interviews with Linda Blair and Owen Roizman promoting THE EXORCIST Blu-ray

There’s no denying The Exorcist Blu-ray release is one of the biggest releases of the horror masterpiece since it first arrived on DVD in the late 90′s. Jam-packed with both versions of the film and three brand new behind-the-scenes documentaries, Warner Brothers have been busy promoting the...

Brief interview and new image of Linda Blair and William Friedkin

After months of waiting (a delay that lasted over a year) The Exorcist finally arrives on Blu-ray today. Bundled with a newly restored Extended Director’s Cut, the Original Theatrical Cut, a retrospective book, brand new commentaries and three new documentaries filled with never-before-seen footage...

THE EXORCIST: One Night Only screening feedback from fans

For one very special evening on September 30th, 2010, The Exorcist was officially shown on cinema screens across the U.S. Warner Brothers released the horror masterpiece to selected theaters with the promise viewers would see the Extended Director’s Cut (formally known, and previously released in...

VIDEO: Owen Roizman and Linda Blair talk about their experiences filming THE EXORCIST

FEARnet have released a short video interview with The Exorcist star Linda Blair and cinematographer Owen Roizman. You can watch it embedded below. This is another clip in what is becoming many publicity interviews being strewn across the internet promoting The Exorcist on blu-ray, released October 5, 2010....

Linda Blair interview, discussing THE EXORCIST blu-ray, calls it ‘the greatest magic act ever shot on film’

Classic rock radio station KGGO Radio spoke with Linda Blair recently about the upcoming blu-ray release of The Exorcist. The interview is a short segment (lasting only 8 minutes) and touches on the remarkable restoration of the film, the amazing behind-the-scenes footage and some typical questions about...

VIDEO: Preview new footage from behind the scenes of THE EXORCIST ahead of the Blu-ray release

Some fantastic snippets from the behind-the-scenes documentaries appearing on the upcoming Blu-ray of The Exorcist have been made available online (via movieweb). I have embedded the video clips below. The main documentary is Raising Hell: Filming The Exorcist, which features newly-shot interviews with cast...

Video: THE EXORCIST Blu-ray press conference with Linda Blair, Owen Roizman, Bill Malley and Bud Smith

Warner Brothers  Home Entertainment recently held a round table press conference to promote the October 5 release of The Exorcist on Blu-ray. Present to discuss their experiences of making 1973 film were Linda Blair, Director of Photography Owen Roizman, Production Designer Bill Malley and Editor Bud...

More sneak previews of THE EXORCIST Blu-ray

If you hadn’t already noticed, the official Exorcist website at Warner Brothers has recently been updated in anticipation for the upcoming Blu-ray release (October 5th, 2010). The new site recently launched a preview of the book that will come with the two-disc Blu-ray release, where the visitor can...

VIDEO: Exclusive look at special features on the upcoming EXORCIST Blu-ray

Warner Brothers’ highly anticipated release of The Exorcist on Blu-ray is right around the corner (released October 5th) and some of the special features are springing up online. Fathom Events are behind the one-night-only special screening of The Exorcist Director’s Cut (formally The Version...

WB announce THE EXORCIST back in cinemas for one night only

The scariest movie of all time is once again back where it belongs — on the cinema screen! As part of their promotion for the highly anticipated Blu-ray release, Warner Brothers have announced the return of The Exorcist to the big screen for one night only! The Version You’ve Never Seen from the...

The Exorcist image quality comparisons between DVD and Blu-ray discs

Life member of The Exorcist Fansite Justin has put together a great comparison chart to demonstrate just how improved (and damn near-perfect) The Exorcist Blu-ray transfer appears to be. The chart compares screen captures of frames from the original 1997 DVD release, The Version You’ve Never Seen 2001...

EXCLUSIVE! The Exorcist Blu-ray trailer reveals never before seen footage from behind the scenes

It’s an exciting time to be a fan of The Exorcist! Warner Brothers have just released the official trailer for the upcoming Blu-ray special edition release of The Exorcist, complete with glimpses of never before seen footage of little Linda Blair having her make-up applied by Dick Smith, hugging...

THE EXORCIST Blu-ray official details and release date

Warner Brothers Home Video have finally announced official details for the upcoming release of The Exorcist on Blu-ray.  The two-disc Digibook edition will packaged with a personal letter written by director William Friedkin inside a 40-page booklet and contain both The Version You’ve Never Seen...