The Exorcist (1973) Movie script (Copy) Complete script with 137 pages also including Appendix Final Screenplay Draft December 18th, 1972 Directed by William Friedkin Screenplay by William Peter Blatty Based on The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty The Exorcist is a 1973 American supernatural horror film directed by William Friedkin from a screenplay by William Peter Blatty, based on his 1971 novel of the same name. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Jason Miller, and Linda Blair. The story follows the demonic possession of a young girl and her mother's attempt to rescue her through an exorcism by two Catholic priests. Will be packaged and shipped with great care.