It’s the battle of Blumhouse movies with their anticipated releases set for October 6th. On one side, we have “The Exorcist: Believer”, making a theatrical entrance, and on the other, “Totally Killer” is gearing up for a digital showcase on Prime Video.
“The Exorcist: Believer” takes the legacy of the Exorcist series forward, focusing on two possessed girls and the return of a legendary character, Chris MacNeil, portrayed by the talented Ellen Burstyn. Contrasting the dark and haunting theme, “Totally Killer” offers a mix of thriller and nostalgia. The story throws Kiernan Shipka’s character back in time to 1987, where she’s on a mission to save her mother’s friends from a menacing serial killer.
Rotten Tomatoes Weighs In
The critics have cast their vote, and it seems there’s a clear winner for now. Debuting just days before its official release, “The Exorcist: Believer” found itself grappling with a less-than-impressive 26% score on Rotten Tomatoes. In stark contrast, “Totally Killer” boasted an applaud-worthy 81%, establishing a lead that’s hard to ignore.
“Although both scores are due to fluctuate as more reviews are added over the weekend, the slasher comedy is currently more than 50% higher than the other title with a thoroughly Fresh score of 81%.”
Blumhouse’s Spooky Dominance
While the Rotten Tomatoes scores might be miles apart, it’s undeniable that Blumhouse is gearing up to seize the Halloween season, both in theaters and on streaming platforms. The high score for “Totally Killer” might elevate its presence for streaming enthusiasts. Yet, despite the lukewarm reception, “The Exorcist: Believer” is still set to make a significant splash with projections indicating a potential franchise-best opening weekend earnings between $30-$35 million.
“Blumhouse is kicking off what should prove to be a very fruitful Halloween season.”
However, the spooky season doesn’t end there. Another Blumhouse production, the highly anticipated video game adaptation “Five Nights at Freddy’s”, is lined up for an October 27 release. Given the fandom behind this title, it could further reinforce Blumhouse’s stronghold over this year’s horror genre.
Blumhouse seems to have this October on lock with an arsenal of horror films ready to be unleashed. Whether it’s the chilling tones of “The Exorcist: Believer” or the thrilling nostalgia trip of “Totally Killer”, viewers are in for a treat. And with the early buzz around “Totally Killer”, it might just be the dark horse of the season. Regardless of the disparities in early reviews, one thing’s clear: Blumhouse is setting the stage for a hauntingly memorable month at the movies.
