Summary
The Exorcist: Believer at Universal Orlando Resort showcases fresh demonic entities within its haunted house, implying a greater number of demons and a more potent malevolent presence compared to the original film.The masks sold at the park bear resemblance to the attire worn by cult worshippers, but they do not align with the demons found in the haunted house. This discrepancy further contributes to the enigmatic aura surrounding the film.
Although introducing more demons may offer chances for terror, it does not ensure that the sequel will be more frightening. The initial movie effectively instilled fear by utilizing subtlety and featuring limited appearances of Pazuzu.
The Exorcist: Believer, one of Universal Orlando Resort's new haunted houses for this year's Halloween Horror Nights, offers park attendees an exclusive glimpse of the film's fresh array of demons. Blumhouse and director David Gordon Green announced a direct sequel to The Exorcist in 2020, in which Ellen Burstyn reprised her role as Chris MacNeil, the mother of Regan (Linda Blair) from the original 1973 film. Burstyn's character aids two families whose daughters have fallen victim to demonic possession. Although the trailers provide a tantalizing glimpse of a new demon, its physical form remains undisclosed.
Now, the haunted house for The Exorcist: Believer at Universal Orlando Resort unveils the appearance of the new demon from the film, hinting at the presence of multiple demons. As guests navigate through the haunted house, scare actors portraying Angela and Katherine, characters played by Lidya Jewett and Olivia O'Neill respectively, startle them by jumping out from behind doors and concealed walls. However, even more captivating are the various demons sporadically scattered throughout the house. One possible demon depicts a withered and decaying corpse, while another boasts a towering physique embellished with three eyes and menacing spiked horns. The Halloween Tribute Store at the park offers demon masks of different designs for those interested in purchasing a frightful souvenir.