Los Angeles, Nov 25 (NationPress) Hollywood icon Scarlett Johansson is gearing up to venture into the horror genre with the upcoming “Exorcist” film produced by Universal and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster.

The new “Exorcist” will exist within the same universe as the original 1973 film, but it won't serve as a sequel to “Believer.” As of now, further plot details and additional cast members remain undisclosed. Filming is set to occur in New York City, according to reports from variety.com.

Mike Flanagan, known for his work on “Doctor Sleep” and “The Life of Chuck,” is tasked with writing, directing, and producing this latest installment, which has been characterized as a “radical new take” on the franchise.

“Scarlett is a phenomenal actress whose performances always resonate with authenticity, whether in genre films or summer blockbusters, and I am absolutely thrilled to have her on board for this ‘Exorcist’ project,” Flanagan remarked.

The original “Exorcist,” directed by William Friedkin, tells the story of a mother who enlists two Catholic priests to conduct an exorcism on her 12-year-old daughter, who is possessed by a demon. Released in 1973, the film was a massive success, raking in $441 million worldwide and earning 10 Academy Award nominations.

Recently, Johansson played a key role in reviving another significant franchise for Universal with the summer blockbuster “Jurassic World Rebirth,” which grossed $868 million globally. An Academy Award nominee for “Marriage Story” and “Jojo Rabbit,” she made her directorial debut this year with “Eleanor the Great,” a heartwarming dramedy featuring June Squibb.

Johansson boasts the distinction of being one of the highest-grossing lead actresses of all time. Her accolades include a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award, along with nominations for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards.

Upcoming projects for Johansson include “Ray Gunn,” directed by Brad Bird, featuring the voices of Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson, Jamie Costa, and John Ratzenberger. She will also appear in “Paper Tiger” alongside Adam Driver and Miles Teller.

This film follows two brothers chasing the American Dream, only to become ensnared in a perilous Russian mafia scheme that threatens their family and challenges their brotherly bond.