Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Thriller Movies and TV Shows With William Peter Blatty

1. The Exorcist (2016–2018)

TV-14 | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Follows two priests dealing with cases of a demonic presence targeting a family and a foster home.

Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Kurt Egyiawan, Hannah Kasulka

Votes: 31,627

2. Exorcist: The Beginning (2004)

R | 114 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Years before Father Lankester Merrin helped save Regan MacNeil's soul, he first encounters the demon Pazuzu in East Africa. This is the tale of Father Merrin's initial battle with Pazuzu and the rediscovery of his faith.

Director: Renny Harlin | Stars: Stellan Skarsgård, Izabella Scorupco, James D'Arcy, Remy Sweeney

Votes: 39,818 | Gross: $41.82M

3. The Ninth Configuration (1980)

R | 118 min | Comedy, Drama, Horror

An ex-marine psychiatrist attempts to rehabilitate his patients by indulging their fantasies, and seeks to prove the existence of a loving God to one especially troubled inmate.

Director: William Peter Blatty | Stars: Stacy Keach, Scott Wilson, Jason Miller, Ed Flanders

Votes: 8,987

4. Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist (2005)

R | 117 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller

Years before Father Lankester Merrin helped save Regan MacNeil's soul, he first encounters the demon Pazuzu in East Africa. Merrin's initial battle with Pazuzu leads to the rediscovery of his faith.

Director: Paul Schrader | Stars: Stellan Skarsgård, Gabriel Mann, Clara Bellar, Billy Crawford

Votes: 13,596 | Gross: $0.25M

5. The Exorcist III: Legion (1990)

105 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

William Peter Blatty's director's cut of "The Exorcist III" which was thought to be lost. Recovered and released in 2016 under its original title, this is the definitive cut of the film based on his novel "Legion".

Director: William Peter Blatty | Stars: George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Brad Dourif, Scott Wilson

Votes: 1,420

6. The Day of the Living Dead (2014)

TV-MA | 90 min | Crime, Horror, Mystery

For fans who love The Walking Dead, THE DAY OF THE LIVING DEAD is another great zombie origin story. Set in Hollywood 1957, a time of glitz and glamour, a time of brains and blood. This ... See full summary »

Director: Thomas J. Churchill | Stars: Natalie Victoria, Ray Capuana, Kevin Eugene Franklin, James Duval

Votes: 1,891

7. Compound 9

Horror, Mystery, Thriller | Pre-production

Suddenly, a group of USMC veterans who were decorated for valor experimented serious mental disorders. To probe the mystery, and-if indicated-to seek its cause and cure, the US Government ... See full summary »

Director: Rodrigo H. Vila | Stars: Jake Manley, Denzel Whitaker

8. Mastermind (1976)

G | 86 min | Comedy, Thriller

Zero Mostel plays an inspector on the trail of criminals who have captured a robot called Chatze (sp?) played by Felix Sillas. The inspector has delusions that he is a great Samurai warrior... See full summary »

Director: Alex March | Stars: Zero Mostel, Keiko Kishi, Gawn Grainger, Bradford Dillman

Votes: 160

9. The Emerging Past Director's Cut (2017)

90 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Murder and mayhem surround Queens, New York photographer Pamela Garret after she is discovered taking life-altering pictures of ritualistic sacrifice. Her world suddenly becomes a jigsaw puzzle she quickly needs to solve.

Director: Thomas J. Churchill | Stars: Rick Borgia, Al Burgo, Ray Capuana, Thomas J. Churchill

Votes: 68

10. Emerging Past (2011 Video)

Not Rated | 90 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

When you can't see the future, and the present seems to fade. You need to live for the past.

Director: Thomas J. Churchill | Stars: Krista Grotte Saxon, Brooke McCarter, Stephen Geoffreys, Steve Dash

Votes: 82

11. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter One: And Let My Cry Come Unto Thee (2016)

TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Angela Rance suspects a demonic presence has entered her home, and enlists the help of Father Tomas Ortega, who calls on experienced exorcist Father Marcus Keane.

Director: Rupert Wyatt | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 2,008

12. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Two: Lupus in Fabula (2016)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Father Marcus joins forces with Father Tomas, the Rances' relationship with the demon deepens, while a series of bizarre ritual killings begins.

Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,616

13. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Three: Let 'Em In (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Tomas and Marcus seek permission from papal emissaries to conduct an exorcism, only to be met with shocking news, while Casey exhibits odd behavior.

Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,537

14. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Four: The Moveable Feast (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

As Casey's condition deteriorates, Marcus is sent on an eye opening mission, and Tomas receives an unexpected visit.

Director: Craig Zisk | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,405

15. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Five: Through My Most Grievous Fault (2016)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

As the exorcism begins, Tomas and Marcus engage the demon in spiritual warfare, with the pressure of the process driving a wedge between the Rance family.

Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,675

16. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Six: Star of the Morning (2016)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

The Rance family is engulfed in a storm of publicity, while Marcus' search for Casey leads him into the terrifying underbelly of the city.

Director: Jennifer Phang | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,266

17. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Seven: Father of Lies (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Marcus asks for assistance from Mother Bernadette, while Tomas has a crisis of conscience, and Father Bennett's investigations lead him into danger.

Director: Tinge Krishnan | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,195

18. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers (2016)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Tomas, Marcus and Mother Bernadette race against time to defeat the demon, and the Rance family find themselves drawn into the conflict.

Director: Louis Shaw Milito | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,406

19. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Nine: 162 (2016)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Tomas is offered a life changing opportunity, Marcus makes a shocking discovery, and a new threat to the Rance family emerges.

Director: Bill Johnson | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,215

20. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Chapter Ten: Three Rooms (2016)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

The demon is determined to destroy the Rance family, while the enemies of the church mobilize against Pope Sebastian.

Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey

Votes: 1,227

21. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Janus (2017)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Tomas and Marcus help a troubled young woman in rural Montana and a malevolent presence targets one of the children in a foster home.

Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Kurt Egyiawan, Li Jun Li

Votes: 1,031

22. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Safe as Houses (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Tomas and Marcus attempt to finish Cindy's exorcism and escape the wrath of her family.

Director: Deran Sarafian | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Kurt Egyiawan, Li Jun Li

Votes: 882

23. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Unclean (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Marcus and Tomas travel to Seattle where they find a young girl targeted by a force of pure evil.

Director: Ti West | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 841

24. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: One For Sorrow (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Andy's foster home receives a surprising new addition as he confronts the strange incidents on the island.

Director: So Yong Kim | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 937

25. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: There But for the Grace of God, Go I (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

While a foster home experiences multiple strange incidents, the demon responsible makes its presence known to Tomas and Marcus.

Director: Alex Garcia Lopez | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 886

26. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Darling Nikki (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Marcus and Tomas are caught in a deadly situation as they attempt to bring a demon out of hiding, which has chosen Rose as its target.

Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 939

27. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Help Me (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

Marcus and Tomas face an adversary like none they've fought before as the exorcism begins.

Director: Steven A. Adelson | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 811

28. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: A Heaven of Hell (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

New details about Mouse's past are revealed as she and Father Bennett head west to rendezvous with Marcus and Tomas.

Director: Meera Menon | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 746

29. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Ritual & Repetition (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

The demon has plans for everyone on the island when Tomas faces it in a desperate battle while Marcus and Rose try to evacuate the foster children.

Director: Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 707

30. The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode: Unworthy (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

One of the exorcists must make the ultimate sacrifice with time running out to save Andy's life.

Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Zuleikha Robinson, Kurt Egyiawan

Votes: 793