The Conjuring: Last Rites Debuts in U.S. Theaters

Lead “The Conjuring: Last Rites” opened in U.S. theaters on September 5, 2025, bringing Ed and Lorraine Warren’s final on-screen investigation to audiences nationwide.

Nut Graf As the ninth and concluding chapter of New Line Cinema’s blockbuster supernatural horror franchise, this Michael Chaves-directed installment reunites Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson for one last cinematic exorcism, capping a series that has grossed over $2 billion worldwide.

Release Details

  • U.S. Premiere: September 5, 2025
  • International Rollout: Began September 3, 2025 in select markets
  • Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures via New Line Cinema in theaters and IMAX® in North America

Cast and Crew

  • Directors & Producers:
    • Directed by Michael Chaves
    • Produced by James Wan and Peter Safran
  • Screenplay: Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick
  • Principal Cast:
    • Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren
    • Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren
    • Mia Tomlinson as Judy Warren
    • Ben Hardy as Tony Spera
    • Supporting ensemble including Steve Coulter, Rebecca Calder, Elliot Cowan, and Shannon Kook

Runtime and Synopsis

Running 135 minutes, “Last Rites” chronicles the Warrens’ harrowing confrontation with the Smurl haunting in 1986 Pennsylvania, promising an epic, spine-chilling finale to their storied career.

Box Office Projections and Fan Expectations

Industry analysts forecast a strong opening weekend fueled by franchise loyalty and IMAX screenings. Fans and critics alike anticipate that this “final case” will deliver both emotional closure and classic Conjuring-style scares.

What’s Next

While “Last Rites” marks the end of Ed and Lorraine Warren’s saga, Warner Bros. hints at potential spin-offs within the Conjuring Universe featuring new characters and storylines.