"The Exorcist: Believer" Falls Short at Box Office Despite Huge Studio Investment

The Exorcist: Believer opened at the top of the weekend box office with $27.2 million, falling below expectations domestically but starting off with $45.1 million globally. The R-rated horror film aims to revive the franchise after Universal paid $400 million for the rights. The movie had to move up its release date due to Taylor Swift's concert film, The Eras Tour, targeting a similar audience. The Exorcist: Believer is the fourth film in the franchise, with two more installments planned. Despite mixed reviews, the film received solid marks from audiences.