The Conjuring is coming to an end, with Warner Bros. scheduling the grand finale for 5 September 2025. This yet-to-be-titled fourth film marks the end of the US$2 billion-grossing franchise, which has terrified audiences since 2013.
Directed by James Wan and produced by Peter Safran, The Conjuring introduced us to paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) as they battled dark forces in a haunted farmhouse. The film was a massive hit, raking in US$319 million worldwide. It set the stage for a new era of supernatural horror, blending real-life ghost stories with spine-chilling cinematic thrills.
The franchise expanded with prequels and spinoffs, including The Nun, Annabelle, and The Curse of La Llorona. The Nun holds the title as the top-grossing movie in the series, earning US$366 million globally. The latest addition, The Nun II, added another US$269 million to the franchise’s impressive total. Each instalment has delved deeper into Warren’s case files, unearthing more sinister spirits and cursed artefacts, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Throughout its run, The Conjuring universe has become known for its unique ability to blend genuine scares with compelling storytelling, creating a franchise that appeals to both horror aficionados and casual moviegoers. The Warrens’ relentless battle against malevolent entities, from the possessed doll Annabelle to the demon Valak, has provided a rich tapestry of horror that has only grown more intricate with each film.
As we brace ourselves for the final chapter, fans can expect one last eerie adventure that promises to be as haunting and heart-pounding as its predecessors. The concluding film will likely draw from the darkest corners of the Warrens’ case files, bringing the couple face-to-face with a malevolent force that tests their courage and faith like never before.
The stage is set for an epic showdown that will close the curtain on a franchise that has become a modern horror classic. Fans eagerly await this sping-tingling conclusion to the series coming in 2025.
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