The Conjuring: Last Rites

If you're a fan of supernatural horror with a side of real-life inspiration, The Conjuring: Last Rites might be right up your haunted alley. This is the ninth installment in The Conjuring universe, and it brings back the iconic paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren—played once again by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga—for one final, chilling case.

Directed by Michael Chaves and written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, the film dives into the infamous Smurl haunting case. It’s a story packed with eerie entities, demonic possessions, and a cursed mirror that ties back to the Warrens’ very first investigation. The stakes are higher than ever, especially with their daughter Judy (played by Mia Tomlinson) stepping into the supernatural spotlight.

The movie clocks in at 135 minutes, giving it plenty of time to build suspense and deliver those signature Conjuring scares. While it’s received mixed reviews from critics, fans of the franchise will likely appreciate the return to the creepy, atmospheric style that made the original films so memorable. Gregory Nussen from Deadline even called it “appropriately terrifying” and a strong return to the series’ roots.

If you’re into jump scares, haunted houses, and demonic lore, this one’s for you. It’s also a must-watch for longtime fans of the series, especially since it’s being billed as the final chapter for the Warrens. On the flip side, if horror isn’t your thing or you’re looking for something lighthearted, you might want to sit this one out.

The cast also includes Ben Hardy as Judy’s boyfriend Tony, along with a strong supporting lineup portraying the Smurl family and other key characters. There are even some fun cameos from characters in previous Conjuring films, making it a bit of a reunion for the franchise.

With a budget of $55 million and a global box office haul of over $477 million, The Conjuring: Last Rites has become the highest-grossing film in the series. Whether it’s truly the end or just the beginning of a new chapter remains to be seen—but for now, it’s a spooky send-off that fans won’t want to miss.