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Horror Reboots and Teases: Lane Joins Exorcist, Wan's Saw 12

1/29/2026

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Diane Lane joined the cast of Mike Flanagan's upcoming Exorcist movie, with her role undisclosed.
James Wan, the filmmaker, discussed Saw 12, signaling a return to Jigsaw's philosophy of targeting those who do not appreciate life.
Madelaine Petsch is working on a remake of a lesser-known 1970s horror film.
James Gunn teased a marketing plan for a fictional cookie related to Martian Manhunter.
Paramount canceled the Ren and Stimpy reboot.

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Diane Lane joined the cast of Mike Flanagan's upcoming Exorcist movie, with her role undisclosed.
James Wan, the filmmaker, discussed Saw 12, signaling a return to Jigsaw's philosophy of targeting those who do not appreciate life.
Madelaine Petsch is working on a remake of a lesser-known 1970s horror film.
James Gunn teased a marketing plan for a fictional cookie related to Martian Manhunter.
Paramount canceled the Ren and Stimpy reboot.