The Conjuring movies in chronological order of events are: The Nun (2018), Annabelle: Creation (2017), Annabelle (2014), The Conjuring (2013), Annabelle Comes Home (2019), The Conjuring 2 (2016), The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021).
The Conjuring movie universe is a collection of supernatural horror films that are loosely based on the real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. The movies follow the Warrens as they investigate various supernatural phenomena, including demonic possession, haunted dolls, and malevolent spirits.
The Nun (2018)
"The Nun" is a 2018 horror film and the fifth installment in the Conjuring universe. The movie is a prequel to "The Conjuring 2" and is set in 1952 Romania, where a Catholic priest and a novice are sent by the Vatican to investigate the mysterious death of a nun. As they dig deeper into the investigation, they find themselves facing the demonic entity Valak, a powerful and malevolent force that takes the form of a terrifying nun. The movie offers a chilling origin story for one of the Conjuring universe's most memorable villains.
Annabelle: Creation (2017)
"Annabelle: Creation" is a 2017 supernatural horror film and the fourth installment in the Conjuring universe. The movie tells the story of a dollmaker and his wife who open their home to a group of orphaned girls after the tragic death of their daughter. When one of the girls, Janice, discovers a doll named Annabelle hidden in the couple's locked bedroom, she unwittingly unleashes a powerful demonic force that possesses the doll and terrorizes the girls. The movie is the origin story for the infamous haunted doll at the center of the Conjuring universe.
Annabelle (2014)
"Annabelle" is a 2014 supernatural horror film and the second installment in the Conjuring universe. The movie follows a young couple, John and Mia, who are expecting their first child and are terrorized by a malevolent entity after Mia receives a vintage doll named Annabelle as a gift. As the haunting becomes more intense and dangerous, John and Mia seek the help of a priest and the Warrens, the paranormal investigators from "The Conjuring". The movie is known for its suspenseful atmosphere and jump scares.
The Conjuring (2013)
"The Conjuring" is a 2013 supernatural horror film and the first installment in the Conjuring universe. The movie follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they investigate a haunting in a secluded farmhouse in Rhode Island. The family living in the house experiences increasingly disturbing and violent supernatural events, leading the Warrens to conclude that a powerful demonic force is at work. The movie is known for its terrifying atmosphere, strong performances, and expertly crafted scares, and is considered a modern classic of the horror genre.
Annabelle Comes Home (2019)
"Annabelle Comes Home" is a 2019 supernatural horror film and the third installment in the Annabelle series within the Conjuring universe. The movie takes place after the events of "The Conjuring" and follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they bring the cursed Annabelle doll to their home for safekeeping. However, when their daughter's babysitter and friend sneak into the Warrens' artifact room and unwittingly awaken the malevolent spirits contained within, the trio must fight to survive the night against a host of demonic entities. The movie is known for its suspenseful atmosphere, creative scares, and satisfying conclusion to the Annabelle storyline.
The Conjuring 2 (2016)
"The Conjuring 2" is a 2016 supernatural horror film and the sequel to the original "The Conjuring". Directed by James Wan, the movie is based on the real-life case of the Enfield poltergeist and follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) as they travel to London to help a single mother and her children who are being terrorized by a malevolent spirit. As they investigate, they uncover a dark history and must confront their own fears to defeat the entity and save the family. The movie is praised for its effective scares, strong performances, and atmospheric tone, and is considered one of the best entries in the Conjuring universe.
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
"The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It" is a 2021 supernatural horror film and the eighth installment in the Conjuring universe. Directed by Michael Chaves and based on the real-life trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, the movie follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) as they help defend Johnson in court against a murder charge. As they dig deeper, they uncover a sinister supernatural force that is responsible for the crime and put themselves in grave danger to stop it. The movie is praised for its strong performances by the lead actors and its gripping story that blends elements of true crime and supernatural horror.