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Father Merrin

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Father Lankester Merrin is an elderly Catholic priest, archaeologist, and experienced exorcist who has dedicated his life to battling demonic forces. Having previously confronted the demon Pazuzu in Africa, he returns for one final spiritual battle when summoned to perform an exorcism on a possessed young girl, bringing decades of experience and unshakeable faith to face the ultimate manifestation of evil.

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