The Conjuring-verse, masterminded by the visionary director James Wan, who also co-created the enduring Saw franchise, has emerged as one of the most lucrative horror franchises in cinematic history. With three main Conjuring films and an array of spinoffs, this series has amassed over $2 billion at the box office, all while maintaining the genre's traditional modest budgets. The saga began with a chilling portrayal of real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, evolving to delve into the backstories of its demonic entities and cursed artifacts featured in films like "The Nun," "The Nun 2," and the Annabelle series.
As fans eagerly await the release of "The Conjuring: Last Rites," the fourth and supposedly final installment slated for September, we've curated a list of 13 films that share the eerie essence of The Conjuring. These selections span the realms of ghosts, devils, and malevolent spirits, promising to deliver that spine-tingling experience fans crave.
Before diving into our list, be sure to catch up on all nine movies in the Conjuring universe: "The Conjuring," "Annabelle," "The Conjuring 2," "Annabelle: Creation," "The Nun," "The Nun 2," "The Curse of La Llorona," "Annabelle Comes Home," and "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It." Our comprehensive guide can help you find where to stream these thrilling tales.
Without further ado, here are 13 movies that echo the haunting allure of The Conjuring:
Insidious (2010)
Image credit: FilmDistrictDirector: James Wan | Writer: Leigh Whannell | Stars: Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, Barbara Hershey | Release Date: September 14, 2010 | Review: IGN's Insidious review
James Wan, along with his Saw collaborator Leigh Whannell, brought the world the Insidious franchise, a series that now boasts five films. The original "Insidious" and its sequel were helmed by Wan, featuring Patrick Wilson, who also stars in The Conjuring. The films delve into the terrifying world of ghostly possession, making them perfect for fans of the Warrens' supernatural adventures. The sixth installment, "Insidious 6," originally set for August 2025, has been postponed to August 2026.
InsidiousAlliance FilmsPG-13
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The Changeling (1980)
Image credit: Pan-Canadian Film DistributorsDirector: Peter Medak | Writer: William Gray, Diana Maddox, Russell Hunter | Stars: George C. Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas | Release Date: March 28, 1980
"The Changeling" is a classic tale of a haunted house, starring George C. Scott as a grieving father who moves into a mansion with a dark past. As he uncovers the tragic secrets of his new home, he embarks on a quest for redemption amidst the spectral unrest. This film is a must-watch for fans of haunted house narratives like The Conjuring.
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