The Conjuring: Last Rites Concludes Horror Franchise September 5

The Conjuring: Last Rites is the final installment in the highly successful horror franchise created by James Wan, concluding the saga of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Scheduled for release on September 5, 2025, the film is set in 1986, five years after the previous installment, and centers on the Warrens' investigation of the infamous Smurl family haunting. Director Michael Chaves and producer Peter Safran considered making the film a large-scale crossover event akin to Avengers: Endgame, but ultimately chose to focus on a more personal and emotional story. This final chapter promises to deliver a satisfying and emotional conclusion, blending supernatural terror with deeper insights into the Warrens' younger days and their enduring partnership. The movie will also mark the end of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga's portrayals of Ed and Lorraine Warren, offering a proper farewell to the characters that have anchored the franchise. Fans and critics alike are anticipating an intense and heartfelt finale that honors the legacy of one of modern horror's most beloved series.