Skip to content
Regan MacNeil costume

Regan MacNeil

The Exorcist (1973)

The lore

A 12-year-old girl possessed by the demon Pazuzu, and two priests who battle it. Loosely based on a 1949 case.

The look

  • White nightgown
  • Matted hair
  • Green-gray makeup
  • Fake vomit optional

Behind the screams

It was the first horror film nominated for Best Picture and won two Oscars (adapted screenplay, sound).

Credits

Created by
William Peter Blatty (novel & screenplay)
William Friedkin (director)
Brought to life by
Linda Blair
Demon voice by Mercedes McCambridge
Makeup by Dick Smith