Universal and Blumhouse unveil the first trailer for “The Exorcist: Martyrs,” a new installment in the horror franchise from writer-director Mike Flanagan. Multiple outlets report that the film’s trailer presents a different take on the story, positioning Scarlett Johansson as Detective Judy Miller as she investigates murders tied to a demonic force.
The trailer and accompanying coverage are introduced around New York Comic Con 2026, where Flanagan and cast members preview the footage and describe it as especially frightening. While some outlets emphasize the franchise’s “reboot” or “radically” updated approach, others focus on the narrative setup: Miller confronts an “unusual” killer, recalls events from 13 years earlier, and faces the threat involving her 12-year-old son. The reporting also notes the film’s release date in theaters, March 12, 2027, and highlights the ensemble cast led by Johansson alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor.
Across outlets, the shared takeaway is that the new trailer frames the demonic investigation and possession themes through Johansson’s detective character and Flanagan’s distinct horror style.
