[s1e1] - The Exorcist

Suffering from early-onset dementia or cognitive impairment.

The pilot episode of the TV series The Exorcist (2016), titled "," establishes a modern-day story set in the same universe as the original 1973 film. Plot Overview [S1E1] The Exorcist

The story follows , a progressive but inexperienced priest in suburban Chicago who begins having vivid, terrifying dreams of an older priest, Father Marcus Keane , performing a brutal exorcism on a young boy in Mexico City. These dreams are later revealed to be real events that occurred 18 months prior, suggesting a supernatural connection between the two men. Simultaneously, the Rance family is falling apart: Suffering from early-onset dementia or cognitive impairment

Following a moment of lucidity from Henry, Tomas finds Marcus at a church-run retreat for "broken" priests. Marcus, a veteran exorcist who has been cast out by the Vatican, warns Tomas that he is being manipulated by dark forces. These dreams are later revealed to be real

Angela’s younger daughter, who initially seems normal but is revealed to be the true target of the possession. Key Story Developments

Suspects a demonic presence in her home.