6 films, ranked S to F

The Exorcist Movies Ranked: Tier List

Pazuzu's 6-film run, two rival prequels and the Believer reboot included, is ranked here with The Exorcist in S tier.

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HorroRated’s Exorcist tier list

Each film’s tier is its HorroRated verdict, from Legendary (S) to Skip It (F). Films that share a tier are listed in release order. Tap a poster for the full review.

S tier: Legendary

The Exorcist1973

B tier: Recommended

C tier: Worth a Look

The Exorcist: Believer2023

D tier: If You're Curious

The watch-order guide: The Exorcist Movies in Order

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Tap a poster, then a tier in the bar at the bottom of the screen. The next film comes up on its own. On a computer you can also drag posters. Your list saves on this device.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Exorcist Tier List

What is the best Exorcist movie?

The Exorcist. It’s the only Exorcist movie rated Legendary by HorroRated, so it sits in S tier on our list.

What is the worst Exorcist movie?

HorroRated’s lowest verdict for the series is If You're Curious, given to Exorcist II: The Heretic and Exorcist: The Beginning, so they share D tier.

How many Exorcist movies are there?

The Exorcist series has 6 films: the 1973 original, two sequels, two rival Father Merrin prequels and Believer (2023), which picks up from the first film. Our The Exorcist Movies in Order guide lists them in story and release order.

How does HorroRated rank the Exorcist movies?

Not by box office or fan polls. Every film sits in the tier that matches its HorroRated verdict, from Legendary (S) down to Skip It (F), and films sharing a tier appear in release order.

Can I make my own Exorcist tier list?

Yes, for free and with no sign-up. Rank the 6 films however you like, see how often you agree with HorroRated, then save a picture of your list or send a link to it.