La serie es protagonizada por la ganadora del Premio de la Academia y del Globo de Oro, Geena Davis, quien interpreta a Angela, una madre que comienza a notar extraños comportamientos en su hija Katherine, personaje a cargo de Brianne Howey (Scream Queens).
Los problemas aumentan cuando la familia también comienza a notar presencias y voces en su casa, por lo que decide acudir donde el joven Padre Tomás Ortega, quien encabeza una pequeña pero fiel parroquia en los suburbios de Chicago. El rol del sacerdote es interpretado por el actor mexicano Alfonso Herrera, famoso por sus apariciones en la serie Rebelde (y la consecuente banda juvenil RBD) y cuyas últimas apariciones fueron en series como Sense8. Mientras, en otro lado del mundo, el padre Marcus Brennan (Ben Daniels), lucha contra las fuerzas del mal. Ambos religiosos terminan unidos y enfrentando una alianza contra una fuerza maligna movilizada hace siglos.
Cast completo de The Exorcist
Geena Davis
Angela Rance
Geena Davis delivers a powerhouse performance as Angela Rance (née Sunga) in the television series "The Exorcist," a role that demands both steely resolve and vulnerability. As the matriarch of the Rance family, Davis captivates audiences with her portrayal of a woman whose unwavering faith and maternal instincts are put to the ultimate test when she faces the demonic possession of her daughter. Her performance is a masterclass in subtlety and depth, as she navigates the complex terrors of the supernatural while also mining the intricate dynamics of a family in crisis. Davis brings a gravitas to the series, grounding the high-stakes horror with a sense of authenticity and emotional resonance. Her Angela is a pillar of strength, yet Davis ensures that the character's fear and uncertainty are palpable, creating a multi-dimensional portrayal that is both haunting and empathetic. Her interactions with the priests tasked with saving her daughter are fraught with a mix of hope and desperation, showcasing Davis's ability to convey the intricacies of a mother's love and the lengths she will go to protect her family.
John Cho
Andrew Kim
John Cho delivered a compelling and emotionally resonant performance as Andrew Kim in the television series "The Exorcist." As a former child psychologist and the concerned father of a possessed daughter, Cho's portrayal of Andrew was layered with depth and complexity. He brought a sense of gravitas and vulnerability to the role, effectively conveying the character's internal struggle between his scientific skepticism and the undeniable supernatural forces at work. Cho's chemistry with the rest of the cast, particularly with the actors playing his family, added a poignant authenticity to the family's dynamic, making the horror elements of the show hit even closer to home. His performance was highlighted by his ability to shift from a loving, protective father to a man on the edge of desperation as he faced the unthinkable reality of demonic possession. Cho's nuanced acting ensured that Andrew Kim was not just a stock character in a horror narrative, but a fully realized individual whose journey was both harrowing and deeply human.
