The Ultimate Conjuring Universe Watchlist: Following the True Order

From Valak to Anabelle, where do I start?

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If you’re hungry for a dose of classic horror, look no further than the Conjuring universe, a cinematic journey that has redefined supernatural horror for modern audiences. This chilling world, based on the real-life investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren, offers spine-tingling encounters with demons, haunted dolls, and malevolent spirits. To experience the full fear factor, follow them chronological timeline.

 

“It’s a rare, old-school haunted house thriller that doesn’t rely on gore or cheap shocks, but builds its horror gradually.” — Chris Nashawaty, Entertainment Weekly.

The Conjuring universe movies share several key creative figures, most notably James Wan, who directed The Conjuring and The Conjuring 2, and serves as a producer on many other films in the franchise. Gary Dauberman has also been a prominent figure, writing several of the films, including the Annabelle movies and The Nun. Additionally, Peter Safran serves as a producer across the entire universe. These individuals have helped maintain the franchise’s consistent tone, blending supernatural horror with a sense of realism based on “true stories.”

Meet the Warrens, The Power Behind The Conjuring

Ed and Lorraine Warren were a real-life couple who became renowned paranormal investigators. Ed was a self-taught demonologist, while Lorraine claimed to have psychic abilities as a clairvoyant and medium. Together, they founded the New England Society for Psychic Research in 1952 and investigated some of the most infamous haunted cases in American history, including the Amityville Horror and the Enfield poltergeist. Their work also focused on exorcisms and demonology, and they amassed a vast collection of haunted artifacts over the years.

Their most famous cases, like the Amityville Horror and the Perron family haunting, became the basis for The Conjuring universe, which propelled them into popular culture. While some have questioned the legitimacy of their claims, the Warrens’ work resonated with many who believed in the paranormal.

The Spooky Realm

The most famous movie in The Conjuring universe is likely “The Conjuring” (released in 2013). Directed by James Wan, it introduced Ed and Lorraine Warren and is based on their investigation of the Perron family’s haunting. The film’s success helped launch the entire Conjuring franchise, earning critical acclaim for its suspenseful storytelling and grounded approach to supernatural horror. It grossed over $319 million worldwide and is often credited with revitalizing interest in the haunted house sub-genre.

The universe features a wide array of paranormal antagonists, including malevolent spirits, demonic entities, and cursed objects. A major contributor to the franchise’s success is Vera Farmiga, who plays Lorraine Warren, forming a powerful duo with Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren. Each film is a gateway into the paranormal—stream them in the right order for the ultimate scare!

The Timeline

My rate of 'scariness':

1. The Nun (1952) – Sister Irene faces the demon Valak in a Romanian abbey. ★ ★
2. The Nun II (1956) – Sister Irene returns to battle Valak in France. ★ ★
3. Annabelle: Creation (1955) – The origins of Annabelle, a possessed doll, are revealed. ★ ★ ★ ★
4. Annabelle (1967) – A couple is haunted by the Annabelle doll. ★ ★ ★
5. The Conjuring (1971) – The Warrens investigate the Perron family’s haunted farmhouse. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 
6. Annabelle Comes Home (1972) – Annabelle causes chaos in the Warrens’ home. ★ ★
7. The Curse of La Llorona (1973) – A family is haunted by the ghost of La Llorona. ★
8. The Conjuring 2 (1977) – The Warrens help a family in England with poltergeist activity. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
9. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (1981) – The Warrens investigate a murder linked to demonic possession. ★ ★ ★

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