Exorcist II: The Heretic
1977, English. Directed by John Boorman.
It's four years later... What does she remember?
Bizarre nightmares plague Regan MacNeil for years after her possession and exorcism. Has the demon returned? And if so, can the combined faith and knowledge of a Vatican investigator and a research specialist free her from its grasp?
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- John BoormanDirector
- Linda BlairRegan MacNeil
- Richard BurtonFather Philip Lamont
- Louise FletcherDr. Gene Tuskin
- Max von SydowFather Lankester Merrin
- James Earl JonesOlder Kokumo
- Ned BeattyEdwards
- Kitty WinnSharon Spencer
- Paul HenreidThe Cardinal
- Belinda BeattyLiz
- Rose PortilloSpanish Girl
- Barbara CasonMrs. Phalor
- Tiffany KinneyDeaf Girl
Details
- Released
- 17 June 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Goodhart, Rospo Pallenberg
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $31M
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What Exorcist II: The Heretic is based on
Exorcist II: The Heretic is adapted from a novel.
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Exorcist II: The Heretic: quick answers
What should I watch before Exorcist II: The Heretic?
Watch The Exorcist (1973) first.
What comes after Exorcist II: The Heretic?
Next in the series: The Exorcist III (1990), Exorcist: The Beginning (2004), and Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist (2005).
Is Exorcist II: The Heretic worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.5/10 from 839 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Exorcist II: The Heretic?
Exorcist II: The Heretic runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Exorcist II: The Heretic have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Exorcist II: The Heretic. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Exorcist II: The Heretic parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Exorcist II: The Heretic is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Exorcist II: The Heretic on?
Exorcist II: The Heretic isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Exorcist II: The Heretic?
If you liked Exorcist II: The Heretic, try The Exorcist, Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin, Hellbound: Hellraiser II.
Who directed Exorcist II: The Heretic?
Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977) was directed by John Boorman and stars Linda Blair, Richard Burton, Louise Fletcher.
What is Exorcist II: The Heretic based on?
Exorcist II: The Heretic is adapted from a novel.