Blumhouse is working on a new adaptation of The Exorcism at 1600 Penn.
Things are getting intriguing in the White House as Blumhouse-Atomic Monster gears up to adapt the supernatural comic series, The Exorcism at 1600 Penn, created by Hannah Rose May. First hitting shelves in 2024, this series follows the journey of the first female president of the United States, who uncovers unexpected challenges upon taking office.
As if managing the threat of World War III wasn’t enough, the new president’s children start encountering eerie supernatural events in their new residence. The haunting visuals, crafted by Vanesa Del Rey, are expected to make a striking transition to the big screen, transforming the iconic house into a chilling setting.
In a pre-release interview, May emphasized, “The Exorcism at 1600 Penn is distinctly a horror story and not a political one, despite the setting. With the First Family, I wanted to spotlight what it must be like for the kids of these political figures when it comes to having a crush or dealing with bullying when your mom’s the most powerful person in the world.”
Ryan Turek, the film’s executive producer, expressed excitement about the project, stating, “What immediately drew us to The Exorcism at 1600 Penn was how grounded and urgent it feels. Hannah has created a story that fuses classic possession horror with contemporary political tension in a way that feels bold and deeply human. It is exactly the kind of material we look for when we think about expanding horror into new spaces, and we are excited to identify a filmmaker who can bring this world to the screen with the scale and perspective it deserves.”
If the film resonates with audiences, we might see more exorcisms set in famous landmarks, especially since May has also penned The Exorcism at Buckingham Palace, which is currently available.