How to Watch The Conjuring Movies in Order

The Conjuring Universe has grown significantly since its debut in 2013, producing ten films that have grossed over $2 billion at the box office. Created by filmmaker James Wan, the franchise explores the investigations of paranormal investigators Lorraine and Ed Warren, as well as the haunted backstories of their cases.

Viewers have two distinct options for viewing: following the theatrical release order or the chronological timeline. The chronological order spans from 1950s Romania to the 1980s, while the release order begins with the 2013 original. Currently, the fourth and final Conjuring movie, Last Rites, is available in theaters, while the majority of the franchise can be streamed on HBO Max.

The Conjuring Universe consists of 10 total movies. The franchise began as a 1970s ghost series based on the real-life investigations of married paranormal investigators Lorraine and Ed Warren. Over time, it expanded to include prequel installments set decades before the Warrens' involvement.

The core films include four main Conjuring movies, three Annabelle movies, two Nun movies, and a spinoff titled The Curse of La Llorona. The most recent installment, The Conjuring: Last Rites, marks the conclusion of the main series.

For those who prefer to watch the movies as they were presented to audiences in theaters, the following list represents the correct theatrical release order:

1. The Conjuring (2013)
2. Annabelle (2014)
3. The Conjuring 2 (2016)
4. Annabelle: Creation (2017)
5. The Nun (2018)
6. The Curse of La Llorona (2019)
7. Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
8. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
9. The Nun 2 (2023)
10. The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025)

Viewing the franchise in chronological order offers a different narrative experience, starting with the origins of the evil entities. The timeline begins in the 1950s and moves forward through the decades.

1. The Nun (2018)

Set in 1952 Romania, this prequel features Demián Bichir and Taissa Farmiga uncovering a secret involving the evil Nun Valak.

2. Annabelle: Creation (2017)

Taking place in 1955 California, this film depicts the origin of the haunted doll Annabelle.

3. The Nun 2 (2023)

Set in 1956, this sequel takes place one year after the events of Annabelle: Creation.

4. Annabelle (2014)

Set in 1967 Southern California, this film shows the doll's return to a new home.

5. The Conjuring (2013)

The original film is set in 1971 Rhode Island, featuring the Perron family case.

6. Annabelle Comes Home (2019)

Set in 1972, this story focuses on the Warrens' daughter Judy.

7. The Curse of La Llorona (2019)

Set in 1973 Los Angeles, this spinoff is the most detached from the main story but features a connecting character.

8. The Conjuring 2 (2016)

Based on the Enfield Poltergeist, this film is set in 1977 England.

9. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)

Set in the 1980s, this film is based on the real-life trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson.

For fans planning a marathon, most of the Conjuring Universe movies are currently available to stream on HBO Max. The fourth Conjuring movie, Last Rites, is currently playing in theaters.