If you’re a fan of horror movies, chances are you’ve heard of “The Conjuring” series. With its spine-chilling stories and terrifying jump scares, this franchise has become a favorite among horror enthusiasts. However, with multiple movies and spin-offs, it can be confusing to figure out the order in which to watch them. Don’t worry, though! In this article, we’ll guide you through the correct order to watch “The Conjuring” movies.
1. The Conjuring (2013): Start your journey with the first installment of the series. Directed by James Wan, this movie introduces us to paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga respectively. Set in 1971, the film follows the Warrens as they investigate a haunted farmhouse in Rhode Island.
2. The Conjuring 2 (2016): After watching the first movie, continue with its sequel. This time, Ed and Lorraine Warren travel to London to help a single mother and her four children who are plagued by malevolent spirits. This film is based on the real-life Enfield Poltergeist case from 1977.
3. Annabelle (2014): While not a direct sequel to “The Conjuring,” “Annabelle” is set in the same universe and features one of the most iconic characters from the franchise – Annabelle the possessed doll. This prequel focuses on how the doll came into possession of a young couple and unleashed terror upon their lives.
4. The Nun (2018): Another spin-off set within “The Conjuring” universe, “The Nun” takes us back in time to explore the origins of Valak, the demonic nun introduced in “The Conjuring 2.” This movie follows a priest and a novitiate as they investigate an abbey in Romania where an evil presence lurks.
5. Annabelle: Creation (2017): This prequel to “Annabelle” delves deeper into the origins of the possessed doll. Set in the 1940s, it follows a group of orphan girls who move into the home of a dollmaker and his wife. As they uncover the dollmaker’s dark secrets, they inadvertently awaken Annabelle’s malevolent spirit.
6. Annabelle Comes Home (2019): The third installment in the Annabelle series, this movie takes place after the events of “The Conjuring.” Ed and Lorraine Warren bring the possessed doll to their artifact room for safekeeping. However, when a friend of their daughter unleashes Annabelle’s evil upon their home, they must fight to survive.
7. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021): The latest addition to “The Conjuring” series, this film is based on another real-life case handled by the Warrens – the trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson. When Arne claims demonic possession as his defense for murder, Ed and Lorraine must uncover the truth behind this chilling case.
By following this order, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in “The Conjuring” universe and enjoy all the interconnected stories and scares it has to offer. So grab some popcorn, turn off the lights, and prepare yourself for a terrifying journey through these spine-chilling movies!
