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The Conjuring: Last Rites Streaming Premiere on HBO Max
11/15/2025, 12:00:48 AM
Overview of the Streaming Release
Warner Bros. Pictures has announced that *The Conjuring: Last Rites*, the latest installment in the highly successful *Conjuring* franchise, will debut on HBO Max on Friday, November 21, 2025. Following its streaming premiere, the film will air on HBO linear on Saturday, November 22, at 8:00 p.m. ET. This release marks the conclusion of the story arc featuring renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, portrayed by Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson.
Box Office Success
*The Conjuring: Last Rites* achieved remarkable success during its theatrical run, grossing approximately $492 million globally, making it the highest-grossing film in the *Conjuring* series. The film shattered records with the largest global opening for a horror film, earning $84 million in the United States alone during its debut weekend. This installment was released in September, strategically positioned in the post-Labor Day corridor, a timeframe that has proven lucrative for horror films since the release of *It* in 2017.
Film Details and Plot
Directed by Michael Chaves, *Last Rites* is based on the real-life Smurl haunting, which occurred in Pennsylvania from 1974 to 1989. The narrative follows the Warrens as they investigate a family plagued by a demonic entity linked to an antique mirror. The film features a cast that includes Mia Tomlinson, Ben Hardy, and Rebecca Calder, among others. The screenplay was crafted by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, with a story by Johnson-McGoldrick and franchise creator James Wan.
Celebration of the Franchise
To commemorate the streaming release, HBO will host a marathon of the *Conjuring* franchise on November 22. The marathon will feature the following films in chronological order:
- 7:35 a.m. ET: *The Nun*
- 9:15 a.m. ET: *The Nun II*
- 11:08 a.m. ET: *Annabelle*
- 12:50 p.m. ET: *Annabelle: Creation*
- 2:43 p.m. ET: *The Conjuring*
- 4:38 p.m. ET: *The Conjuring 2*
- 8:00 p.m. ET: *The Conjuring: Last Rites*
Future of the Conjuring Franchise
Despite being billed as the final chapter for Ed and Lorraine Warren, the success of *Last Rites* has sparked discussions about potential future projects within the *Conjuring* Universe. Warner Bros. is reportedly developing a prequel film that will explore the early years of the Warrens' paranormal investigations, with Rodrique Huart in talks to direct.
Official Statements & Responses
Warner Bros. emphasized that *The Conjuring: Last Rites* delivers a thrilling conclusion to the franchise, highlighting the emotional stakes for the Warrens as they confront a case that threatens their family. The studio noted the film's significant box office performance, reinforcing the *Conjuring* series' status as the highest-grossing horror franchise of all time.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The film delivers another thrilling chapter of the iconic Conjuring cinematic Universe, based on real events.” — Warner Bros. Official Synopsis
- “With more than $492M at the global box office, Last Rites is the highest grossing chapter in the Conjuring series.” — Deadline
Conclusion
As *The Conjuring: Last Rites* prepares for its streaming debut, fans of the franchise can look forward to both the film's release and the marathon of previous installments. The ongoing success of the *Conjuring* Universe suggests that while the story of Ed and Lorraine Warren may conclude, the franchise itself will continue to evolve.
