The Conjuring Universe has grown into one of the biggest modern horror franchises, spanning over ten movies with themes of demonic possessions, haunted artifacts, and paranormal investigations led by Ed and Lorraine Warren. With the massive box office debut of The Conjuring: Last Rites, it’s clear this universe isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
Here’s a ranked look at the major films in the franchise based on box office performance, Rotten Tomatoes scores, Metacritic, and IMDb ratings.
1. The Conjuring (2013)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 86%
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Metacritic: 68
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IMDb: 7.5
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Worldwide Box Office: $320.4 million
The film that started it all, directed by James Wan, remains a horror masterpiece. With chilling atmosphere, unforgettable scares, and the compelling duo of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, this film cemented the Warrens as icons of supernatural cinema.
2. The Conjuring 2 (2016)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 80%
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Metacritic: 65
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IMDb: 7.3
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Worldwide Box Office: $321.8 million
Also directed by James Wan, this sequel introduced the terrifying demonic nun Valak, setting the stage for future spin-offs. It expanded the world while keeping the core haunted house thrills intact.
3. Annabelle: Creation (2017)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 70%
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Metacritic: 62
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IMDb: 6.5
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Worldwide Box Office: $306.5 million
A prequel done right, this film dove into the origin of Annabelle, delivering suspense and inventive scares that reinvigorated the creepy doll subgenre.
4. Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 64%
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Metacritic: 53
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IMDb: 5.9
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Worldwide Box Office: $231.3 million
This entry leaned into fun horror, unleashing the terrifying contents of the Warrens’ artifact room. With its lighter tone, it stood out as one of the more crowd-pleasing chapters.
5. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 55%
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Metacritic: 53
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IMDb: 6.3
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Worldwide Box Office: $206.4 million
The third film in the main series explored the real-life case where demonic possession was used as a legal defense. Its courtroom-horror blend gave the franchise a refreshing twist.
6. The Nun II (2023)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 52%
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Metacritic: 47
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IMDb: 5.8
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Worldwide Box Office: $269.5 million
A direct sequel that brought back Valak, The Nun II delivered consistent scares while embracing its gothic horror roots, striking a chord with long-time fans.
7. The Nun (2018)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 24%
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Metacritic: 46
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IMDb: 5.3
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Worldwide Box Office: $365.6 million
Despite mixed reviews, The Nun became a box office giant, proving the demand for demonic nun lore and gothic settings.
8. Annabelle (2014)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 28%
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Metacritic: 37
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IMDb: 5.4
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Worldwide Box Office: $257.6 million
The first spin-off introduced the possessed doll Annabelle, amplifying the killer doll horror trope within the Conjuring Universe.
9. The Curse of La Llorona (2019)
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Rotten Tomatoes: 28%
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Metacritic: 41
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IMDb: 5.1
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Worldwide Box Office: $123.1 million
Loosely tied to the franchise, this folklore-driven horror expanded the universe geographically. While divisive, it offered a glimpse into Mexican supernatural mythology.
Summing It All Up
What makes the Conjuring Universe stand out is its diversity of horror stories. From gothic supernatural tales to courtroom thrillers, the franchise constantly reinvents itself while keeping audiences hooked. With The Conjuring: Last Rites smashing the box office, the future of this horror universe looks anything but over.
