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New Conjuring Prequel in Development, Focuses on Warren Origins

10/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing a new Conjuring prequel after The Conjuring: Last Rites grossed nearly $487 million worldwide.
Rodrigue Huart, an award-winning short-film director, is in talks to helm the project, the first Conjuring film not directed by Michael Chaves since 2019.
The screenplay will be written by Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg.
The prequel is expected to explore the early years of Ed and Lorraine Warren.

History

Historical Context

The Conjuring franchise began with the 2013 film directed by James Wan, which grossed over $319 million worldwide. It is based on the real-life paranormal investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren, who gained fame from cases like the Amityville Horror. The franchise's expansion into sequels and spin-offs reflects the growing popularity of horror films and the success of cinematic universes in modern entertainment.

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Story summary

Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are developing a new Conjuring prequel after The Conjuring: Last Rites grossed nearly $487 million worldwide.
Rodrigue Huart, an award-winning short-film director, is in talks to helm the project, the first Conjuring film not directed by Michael Chaves since 2019.
The screenplay will be written by Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg.
The prequel is expected to explore the early years of Ed and Lorraine Warren.

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