Ever wondered how to watch The Conjuring movies in order? We are talking about the chronological order that will help you understand the storyline better. By watching chronologically, you will grasp the timelines and the happenings in ‘The Conjuring movies. The Conjuring franchise consists of a lot total of 8 movies at the moment.
You can have an amazing conjuring-verse marathon with your friends and family. The Conjuring universe consists of three Conjuring movies, three Annabelle movies, and ‘The Curse of La Llorona’. The movies mainly present real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. They help people deal with demonic and unbelievable entities while endangering their lives.
More movies are coming up soon that will be an addition to the franchise. All of these movies are scary but will be worth the watch. Even if you are planning to watch the movies in the release order then rest assured. We have included a release order list too. You’ll enjoy watching these movies in whatever sequence you prefer.
The Conjuring Movies In Order Of Their Release Date
If you don’t plan on watching the movies in chronological order, you can watch them as per the release order. The release order is also a good way to catch up on this movie series.
- The Conjuring – 19 July 2013
- Annabelle – 3 October 2014
- The Conjuring – 10 June 2016
- Annabelle: Creation – 11 August 2017
- The Nun – 7 September 2018
- The Curse of La Llorona – 19 April 2019
- Annabelle Comes Home – 26 June 2019
- The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It – 4 June 2021
How To Watch The Conjuring Movies In Chronological Order?
If you’re looking to re-watch The Conjuring franchise, then make sure you turn your lights on because it will be a scary time watching these movies. Watching them in chronological order will provide you with a scary experience. Let’s dive into the conjuring universe.
1. The Nun (2018)
The first movie in The Conjuring franchise is ‘The Nun’ released in 2018. The movie revolves around a young nun in Romania that takes her own life. In the movie, a priest with a terrifying past and a nun in her novitiate are sent to the Vatican to investigate the incident. But what they find there changes their whole life forever.
Together they find out an unholy secret. The Nun is set in the 1950s, making it the first movie on the franchise. As the two dive deeper into the investigation, they uncover supernatural occurrences that jeopardize their life in grave danger. The Nun explores the origins of the demonic nun Valak, who made her appearance in The Conjuring 2 [2016].
It recounts the horrific and chilling story of one of the most powerful characters. With spine-chilling jump scares and gruesome scenes, the movie deals with evil and the strength of belief amid evil.
2. Annabelle- Creation (2017):
Annabelle: Creation explores the origins of the horrifying doll Annabelle. In the movie, a couple, Samuel and Elle put their daughter’s spirit into a doll. But later find out that it’s a demon. A few years later, they welcomed a group of orphans into their homes. The young girls then start experiencing eerie and unsettling happenings in the farmhouse.
Until a young girl finds the terrifying doll, Annabelle. This movie is terrifying, with creaking floorboards and a doll wreaking havoc. The suspense and tension of Annabelle: Creation will keep you on your toes. Spectators also appreciated the acting of the cast members. After you watch ‘The Nun’, Annabelle: Creation will help you understand the origins of the evil doll.
3. Annabelle (2014):
After watching Annabelle: Creation, you will understand ‘Annabelle’ better. This movie is set 12 years after the happenings of Annabelle: Creation. Annabelle revolves around John and Mia Form. They are encountered by members of a satanic cult that makes their life miserable by an evil doll Annabelle.
The couple starts experiencing paranormal activities at their home that are horrifying. After experiencing unbelievable things, the couple seeks help from a priest and a couple who are experts in the supernatural.
4. The Conjuring (2013):
The Conjuring revolves around the real-life paranormal investigator’s Ed and Lorraine Warren. This movie is set in 1971 and follows the Perron family and their horrifying experience in a farmhouse. The family recently moved into a suspicious farmhouse in Rhode Island. But after settling in, they start experiencing strange things.
These disturbing things escalate into paranormal activities making their life a living hell. Desperate for help, they reach out to Ed and Lorraine Warren. The movie is blended with suspense and thrill. The paranormal investigator takes on the journey to find the history of the house and the reasons behind the hauntings.
This movie is a standout one in the conjuring universe with spine-chilling scenes. You will experience the horror and feelings of the characters while watching this movie. The Conjuring is renowned for its interconnected and chilling stories.
5. Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
We thought Annabelle is done for good until the release of Annabelle Comes Home. This movie is set in the 1970s and follows the paranormal investigator Ed and Lorraine Warren. The Warrens are known for helping people out there from entities. But what happens when a supernatural force is lurking in their own life?
The Warrens beings the Annabelle doll to their place for safekeeping. Soon Annabelle awakens and spreads terror in their life. Warren’s young daughter Judy and her babysitters, Mary Ellen and Daniela, start experiencing paranormal events. The girls confront demonic entities and find a way to stop the evil forces.
Annabelle Comes Home delves deeper into the life of the Warren family. This movie is another chilling addition to the ongoing supernatural universe. From helping others to fighting for their loved ones, this movie takes a real surprising turn.
6. The Curse Of La Llorona (2019)
The Curse of La Llorona is another thriller and supernatural horror movie in the Conjuring franchise. This movie is loosely connected to the Conjuring franchise. The story is set in 1973 Los Angeles following Anna and her children’s horrifying experience. Anna, a social worker and single mother, finds herself and her children drawn into a malevolent curse when she discovers the spirit of La Llorona.
La Llorona is a deadly spirit that drowns her children because of jealousy. But even after her death, she seeks to claim the lives of other’s kids to replace her own. When things get out of hand, Anna takes help from the Warrens. They all band together and try breaking the La Llorona to save Anna’s family. This movie offers the viewers an engaging and chilling experience with a scary vibe.
7. The Conjuring 2 (2016):
The Conjuring 2 is set in 1977 and again follows the Warrens. The Warrens travel to Enfield, London to help the Hodgson family. The Hodgson family is trapped with a mysterious, terrifying entity that torments them. The Warrens help them, but they encounter deadly supernatural forces and possession of one of the Hodgson children during the course.
They soon realize it’s a powerful demon, and they must unite and keep their fears aside. This movie received positive feedback from the audience because of the chilling scenes. The Warrens have many stories but this one is the best.
8. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021):
We have a recent and last movie in the Conjuring franchise. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do revolves around the most sensational case of the Warrens. The story of this movie is set in 1981 and follows a real-life case called the trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson or the ‘Devil Made Me Do It’ case.
A demonic entity possesses Arne Johnson and kills someone. He is then arrested for murder which leads to a groundbreaking courtroom scenario. Proving there’s a demonic entity that did the killing in front of the law is challenging for the Warrens. They get invested in the case to prove the innocence of Arne and the presence of the demonic entity.
They find horrifying truths that threaten their own lives. The movie features strong performances from the cast, gripping storytelling, the bond of the Warrens, and more. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It perfectly blends horror and legal drama.
Conclusion:
The Conjuring universe has more upcoming movies that include ‘The Nun 2’ and ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’. Feel free to tell us about your preferred watching order in the comments area below. We will update the list as further movies in The Conjuring franchise are released. Brace yourself for a hauntingly unforgettable experience by watching these movies!
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