Horror and farewell: The Conjuring: Last Rites premiere

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The Conjuring: Last Rites (titled The Conjuring 4: Last Rites (in Spanish) will close the main saga on an intimate and emotional note. The film will be released in theaters on September 5, 2025, a day that will mark the end of an iconic cycle in the paranormal horror universe.

The Conjuring 4: An emotional farewell

Directed again by Michael Chaves, the story delves into the Smurl case, set in 1986 in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, with a plot centered on the return of Ed and Lorraine Warren to their last case before retirement.

Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return as the paranormal investigators, marking their final farewell to the cinematic universe. The film also introduces an adult version of their daughter, Judy (played by Mia Tomlinson), bringing a generational and familial connection to the narrative.

Narrative clarity in the face of grand spectacles

Michael Chaves explained that although there were plans for a more epic "Avengers" style story, he preferred a more intimate and emotional approach, inspired by films like LoganThe result is a character-driven experience, rather than an explosive confrontation.

Early bird reception and immersive extras

Early reviews from critics have been mostly positive, calling the film one of the most emotional and terrifying in the franchise, and highlighting the chemistry between Farmiga and Wilson as one of its greatest draws.

Additionally, as part of the promotion, an interactive replica of the Warrens' Hidden Object Museum will open in London from September 1 to 3. Iconic objects such as the Annabelle doll will be displayed there, illuminated with special effects and sounds that evoke the atmosphere of the film.

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Sources:

• EW.COM
• CT Insider