How to Watch The Conjuring in Order
10 movies · 2013–2025
The Conjuring Universe is one of the most successful supernatural horror franchises, inspired by the case files of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Beginning with The Conjuring (2013), the saga follows the couple as they investigate terrifying hauntings, demonic possessions, and unexplained phenomena that threaten innocent families. From isolated farmhouses to homes haunted by sinister entities, each story explores the struggle between good and evil, combining psychological terror, disturbing supernatural encounters, and intense suspense. At its heart, the franchise examines the power of faith, the bonds of family, and the terrifying possibility that some forces exist beyond human understanding.
The franchise expands beyond the Warrens' investigations through interconnected spin-offs, including the Annabelle trilogy and The Nun films. These stories reveal the sinister origins of cursed objects, ancient demonic entities, and terrifying supernatural mysteries, introducing unforgettable villains such as the possessed doll Annabelle and the demon Valak. Across different decades, seemingly separate events gradually connect to a larger mythology of darkness and spiritual warfare. With The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) concluding the Warrens' central cinematic storyline, the franchise remains a defining example of modern supernatural horror, where every shadow may conceal an evil waiting to be unleashed.
Watching for the first time?
Start in release order: The Conjuring (2013)
Following the story?
In chronological order, the first is: The Nun (2018)
The Conjuring (2013)
Introduces paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they confront a terrifying haunting threatening the Perron family. The foundation of the entire Conjuring Universe, establishing its central characters, supernatural mythology, and themes of faith and demonic possession. Essential viewing.
Annabelle (2014)
Follows a young couple terrorized by the demonic presence associated with the Annabelle doll, expanding its sinister history before the Warren investigations. An important chapter of the Annabelle trilogy, but optional for understanding the main Conjuring storyline.
The Conjuring 2 (2016)
Follows Ed and Lorraine Warren as they investigate the terrifying Enfield haunting, where a British family faces disturbing paranormal activity. Deepens the franchise's mythology through the demon Valak and strengthens the Warrens' central storyline. Essential viewing for the main Conjuring saga.
Annabelle: Creation (2017)
Reveals the terrifying origins of the Annabelle doll and explains how a demonic presence became connected to it. Essential for understanding the Annabelle trilogy and its mythology, although it is not required to follow the main Conjuring films.
The Nun (2018)
Introduces the demon Valak through a terrifying investigation at a Romanian abbey, establishing important connections to the wider Conjuring Universe. Recommended for understanding Valak's storyline, but not essential to follow the main Warren investigations.
The Curse of La Llorona (2019)
Follows a family haunted by La Llorona, the terrifying Weeping Woman of Latin American folklore. Although Father Perez and an Annabelle reference connect it loosely to the franchise, the producers have confirmed it is not part of the official Conjuring Universe. Entirely optional viewing.
Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
Explores the Warrens' haunted artifact room when Annabelle awakens other malevolent supernatural entities, placing their daughter Judy in danger. Expands the franchise's collection of cursed objects and introduces new spirits. Recommended for Annabelle fans, but not essential to the main Warren storyline.
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
Follows the Warrens as they investigate a murder case involving allegations of demonic possession and a disturbing supernatural curse. Expands the franchise beyond haunted houses into occult investigations and courtroom controversy. Essential for following the main Warren saga and its evolving mythology.
The Nun II (2023)
Continues Sister Irene's confrontation with Valak as a new wave of supernatural terror spreads across France. Expands the demon's mythology and strengthens connections within the Conjuring Universe. Recommended for completing Valak's storyline, but optional for the main Warren saga.
The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025)
Follows Ed and Lorraine Warren as they confront one of their most disturbing investigations, inspired by the alleged haunting of the Smurl family in Pennsylvania. Brings their central cinematic storyline to an emotional conclusion while exploring family, faith, and the legacy of their paranormal work. Essential viewing for completing the main Conjuring saga.
The Nun (2018)
1952 · Romania · Before The Conjuring
Introduces the demon Valak through a terrifying investigation at a Romanian abbey, establishing important connections to the wider Conjuring Universe. Recommended for understanding Valak's storyline, but not essential to follow the main Warren investigations.
Annabelle: Creation (2017)
1955 · United States · Before Annabelle (2014)
Reveals the terrifying origins of the Annabelle doll and explains how a demonic presence became connected to it. Essential for understanding the Annabelle trilogy and its mythology, although it is not required to follow the main Conjuring films.
The Nun II (2023)
1956 · France · Four years after The Nun (2018)
Continues Sister Irene's confrontation with Valak as a new wave of supernatural terror spreads across France. Expands the demon's mythology and strengthens connections within the Conjuring Universe. Recommended for completing Valak's storyline, but optional for the main Warren saga.
Annabelle (2014)
1967 · United States · Before The Conjuring (2013)
Follows a young couple terrorized by the demonic presence associated with the Annabelle doll, expanding its sinister history before the Warren investigations. An important chapter of the Annabelle trilogy, but optional for understanding the main Conjuring storyline.
The Conjuring (2013)
1971 · Rhode Island, USA · Beginning of the main Warren saga
Introduces paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they confront a terrifying haunting threatening the Perron family. The foundation of the entire Conjuring Universe, establishing its central characters, supernatural mythology, and themes of faith and demonic possession. Essential viewing.
Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
1972 · Connecticut, USA · After The Conjuring (2013)
Explores the Warrens' haunted artifact room when Annabelle awakens other malevolent supernatural entities, placing their daughter Judy in danger. Expands the franchise's collection of cursed objects and introduces new spirits. Recommended for Annabelle fans, but not essential to the main Warren storyline.
The Curse of La Llorona (2019)
1973 · Los Angeles, USA · Unofficial Conjuring crossover
Follows a family haunted by La Llorona, the terrifying Weeping Woman of Latin American folklore. Although Father Perez and an Annabelle reference connect it loosely to the franchise, the producers have confirmed it is not part of the official Conjuring Universe. Entirely optional viewing.
The Conjuring 2 (2016)
1977 · Enfield, London, England · Six years after The Conjuring
Follows Ed and Lorraine Warren as they investigate the terrifying Enfield haunting, where a British family faces disturbing paranormal activity. Deepens the franchise's mythology through the demon Valak and strengthens the Warrens' central storyline. Essential viewing for the main Conjuring saga.
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
1981 · Connecticut, USA · Four years after The Conjuring 2
Follows the Warrens as they investigate a murder case involving allegations of demonic possession and a disturbing supernatural curse. Expands the franchise beyond haunted houses into occult investigations and courtroom controversy. Essential for following the main Warren saga and its evolving mythology.
The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025)
1986 · West Pittston, Pennsylvania, USA · Five years after The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
Follows Ed and Lorraine Warren as they confront one of their most disturbing investigations, inspired by the alleged haunting of the Smurl family in Pennsylvania. Brings their central cinematic storyline to an emotional conclusion while exploring family, faith, and the legacy of their paranormal work. Essential viewing for completing the main Conjuring saga.