‘Exorcist’ Director William Friedkin Lifeless at 87

William Friedkin, the famed filmmaker who directed “The Exorcist,” has died.

The information was confirmed Monday by his spouse, Sherry Lansing, who says he handed in L.A. — however the actual particulars of his loss of life have but to be revealed. It is a huge hit to the movie group — as Friedkin was an influential power behind a few of the twentieth century’s most iconic motion pictures.

Whereas he would possibly greatest be remembered for his work on the 1973 horror flick — which, by all accounts, modified the style eternally — WF had a number of different notable credit to his title … together with the Oscar-winning “French Connection,” which he additionally directed.

Different movies he helmed included … “The Brink’s Job,” “Sorcerer,” “Cruising,” “To Reside and Die in L.A.,” “Rampage,” “Deal of the Century,” “The Guardian,” “Blue Chips,” “12 Offended Males,” “Guidelines of Engagement,” “The Hunted,” “Killer Joe” and plenty of others.

He additionally directed a handful of episodes for memorable TV exhibits … like “Tales from the Crypt,” “The Twilight Zone,” “Insurgent Freeway,” “The Alfred Hitchcock Hour,” “CSI” and extra.

Friedkin was a various director … dabbling in all sorts of flicks, from horror to drama, and even comedy. Whereas a few of his work is extra well-known than others, he was revered in all regards — and definitely carved out his personal nook in popular culture.

The final time we noticed him, he was out right here in L.A. signing autographs and speaking “Get Out.”

Friedkin was 87.

RIP