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Comedian Matt Rife has bought the infamous occult museum once owned by Ed and Lorraine Warren, complete with the Annabelle doll. The museum inspired The Conjuring films, which Rife calls his favorites. He plans to keep it open for tours and overnight stays. The purchase coincides with the upcoming release of The Conjuring: Last Rites.

Key Points: Matt Rife Buys Warrens' Conjuring Museum with Annabelle Doll

  • Matt Rife purchases Warrens' haunted museum and Annabelle doll
  • Museum inspired The Conjuring horror films
  • Plans overnight stays and public tours
  • New ownership coincides with The Conjuring 4 release
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Comedian Matt Rife purchases real-life 'Conjuring' occult museum with the Annabelle doll

Comedian Matt Rife acquires Ed and Lorraine Warren's occult museum, including the infamous Annabelle doll, and plans public tours.

"I'm incredibly honoured to have taken over one of the most prominent properties in paranormal history. – Matt Rife"

Los Angeles, August 3

Once known as the famous paranormal investigating couple, late husband-and-wife Ed and Lorraine Warren's infamous occult museum has a new "legal guardian."

Comedian Matt Rife, known for his stand-up specials, recently took to social media and announced his latest purchase, which also includes the 'Annabelle' doll and other spooky artefacts.

The artefacts, which are believed to be from the Warrens' paranormal cases, have largely inspired the popular 'Conjuring' horror film franchise.

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"I have officially purchased Ed and Lorraine Warren's home and Occult Museum, including being the legal guardian for at least the next 5 years, of the entire haunted collection, including THE ANNABELLE DOLL, with my good friend @eltoncastee!!" he wrote in a post.

Further in the post, Rife spoke about his obsession with paranormal and haunted things, further calling 'The Conjuring' films his favourite of all time.

"So I'm incredibly honoured to have taken over one of the most prominent properties in paranormal history. Ed and Lorraine Warren arguably put demonology and paranormal into the mainstream and are the very heart of some of the most famous haunted stories of all time," he added.

Rife also shared that the house will remain open for overnight stays and museum tours, to offer visitors to experience and learn the haunting history of the place.

Along with the information, the comedian shared a string of pictures from the inside of the museum, also featuring the late couple.

In a major highlight, Rife and Elton were seen posing with the Annabelle doll, which remained locked in its glass case with the warning "Warning: Positively Do Not Open."

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the museum was open to the public in the past but was closed in 2019 over zoning issues.

The latest switch in ownership comes at a time when Warner Bros is gearing up to bring the next Conjuring chapter. The fourth and final instalment in the celebrated franchise, 'The Conjuring: Last Rites', will follow Ed and Lorraine Warren's take on the Smurl case.

An official trailer for the film was recently unveiled, also giving a blink-and-miss glimpse of the Annabelle doll.

'The Conjuring: Last Rites' will be released on September 5.

- ANI

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Priya S
As someone who loves horror movies, this is fascinating! The Conjuring films gave me sleepless nights, but I still watched them all. Maybe I'll plan a US trip just to visit this museum. Though I'll definitely carry some Indian protection charms with me!
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Arjun K
Westerners don't understand these paranormal things properly. In India, we know these are serious matters not for entertainment. Playing with spirits is dangerous - remember the Ramoji Film City ghost stories? This museum idea seems disrespectful to the spirits.
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Nisha Z
Interesting business move though! Horror tourism is growing worldwide. Maybe we should develop similar attractions in India - we have so many haunted places like Bhangarh Fort. Could be good for local economy if done respectfully.
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Karan T
The warning sign on Annabelle's case gives me chills! Reminds me of our Indian horror stories where people ignore warnings and suffer consequences. Hope this comedian knows what he's dealing with. Not everything should be monetized.
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Sarah B
As an expat in India, I find the cultural differences fascinating. In the West we commercialize these things, while in India there's genuine fear and respect for the supernatural. Both perspectives have merit, but safety should come first.
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Divya L

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