James Wan, the mastermind behind the iconic horror franchises Saw and Insidious, has yet another feather in his cap with The Conjuring. Since its inception in 2013, this franchise has blossomed into a sprawling universe, encompassing nine films that have collectively raked in over $2 billion at the box office.
Originally inspired by the 1970s paranormal investigations of the real-life couple, Lorraine and Ed Warren, The Conjuring universe has expanded beyond their demon-busting escapades. It now delves into the haunted backstories of these cases with prequel films set decades before the Warrens' involvement. As we anticipate the release of the fourth and final Conjuring movie, it's the perfect time to explore the complete timeline of this chilling universe.
Whether you prefer to watch the films in the order they were released or immerse yourself in a chronological binge starting from the eerie events in 1950s Romania with The Nun, we've got you covered with the lists below.
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The Conjuring Movies in (Chronological) Order
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How Many The Conjuring Movies Are There?
There are 9 total movies set within The Conjuring universe — three Conjuring movies, three Annabelle movies, The Nun and The Nun 2, and The Curse of La Llorona. A fourth Conjuring movie has been confirmed, while a TV series is in development for Max.
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The Conjuring Movies in Chronological Order
1. The Nun (2018)
Set in 1952 Romania, The Nun introduces us to a terrifying prequel. Here, Demián Bichir and Taissa Farmiga (sister of franchise star Vera Farmiga) uncover a sinister secret linked to Bonnie Aarons' evil Nun from The Conjuring 2.
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2. Annabelle: Creation (2017)
Set in 1955 California, Annabelle: Creation is the second film in the chronological order but the fourth released in the series. It delves into the origin story of the haunted doll, Annabelle. A doll-maker opens his home to six orphans and a nun, unwittingly unleashing an ancient evil.
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3. The Nun 2 (2023)
Despite being the sequel to The Nun, The Nun 2 is the third film chronologically. It is set in 1956, four years after Sister Irene's initial encounter with Valak and one year after Annabelle: Creation.
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