The Devil's in the Details: Unpacking the Notorious Exorcist Sequel The Exorcist franchise has a long history of spotty sequels, prequels, and reboots.
But one film stands out as a particularly egregious example of Hollywood hubris: 1977's Exorcist II: The Heretic. This movie is often cited as one of the worst sequels ever made, and for good reason.
The film's director, John Boorman, had an impressive track record at the time, with several Oscar nominated films under his belt, including Deliverance and Zardoz.