'Conjuring' prequel in works, to release in theatres on September 10
Washington DC, July 14
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren are set to return to theatres with the film 'The Conjuring: First Communion', a prequel movie of the franchise, reported Variety.
Garrett Wareing and Amanda Fix will star as young Ed and Lorraine, taking over for Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who have portrayed adult versions of the characters across several commercially successful films.
According to Variety, 'The Conjuring: FIrst Communion' is slated to open on September 10, 2027. Rodrigue Huart is directing latest chapter, which is expected to focus on the early years of the ghost hunting couple.
Franchise veterans Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg, who co-wrote the two prior 'Conjuring' films, 2023's 'The Nun II' and this September's 'The Conjuring: Last Rites,' are writing the screenplay.
According to the outlet, the 'Conjuring' universe has become the highest-grossing horror franchise in history across nine films, including spinoffs such as 'Annabelle' and 'The Nun.'
Last year's 'The Conjuring: Last Rites,' was billed as the final installment in the paranormal series, but it was clear that wouldn't be the case after the movie became an outsized box office hit, earning a franchise-best 487 million USD globally.
James Wan created the occult-tilted property while Peter Safran has served as a producer on every installment. Safran will return to produce the prequel, with John Rickard, Natalia Safran, and Romel Adam serving as executive producers.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I love the Conjuring universe! Seeing young Ed and Lorraine sounds interesting, but I hope they don't mess up the casting. Wilson and Farmiga are perfect as the older versions. Also, September 2027 release is far off – hope it's worth the wait! 🔮
Another prequel? The franchise is getting milked dry, honestly. The first two movies were brilliant, but the spin-offs feel like cash grabs now. I'll still probably watch it, but expectations are low. At least the production team is solid. 🍿
As a horror fan in India, I appreciate that these movies reach us quickly in theatres now. The Warrens' stories are fascinating, even if fictionalized. But a prequel about their early years? Let's hope it has the same eerie atmosphere as the original. Also, 487 million USD? That's wild!
Honestly, I'm tired of prequels. Why not explore a new haunting story with a fresh cast? The Warrens have been done to death. But I guess the box office speaks for itself. Hope the young actors bring something new to the table. 👻
I'm actually excited for this! The Warrens' backstory could be really compelling if done right. And 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' was a blast – best horror franchise ever, hands down. September 2027 is far, but mark my words, I'll be in the theatre first day! 🙌
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