Conjuring 4’s Darkest Haunting Yet?

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In a thrilling new development, director Michael Chaves and star Vera Farmiga build anticipation for a final demon showdown in The Conjuring: Last Rites. Since its initial launch in 2013 with The Conjuring, the horror franchise has grown exponentially, spawning multiple sequels and spin-offs that centered around the paranormal investigators Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Farmiga), a husband-and-wife duo. The story of Ed and Lorraine is now drawing to a close as they confront unknown forces in their last case, marking the end of an era in this terrifying universe.

Now, EW has released a fresh video teaser for the upcoming movie, featuring Chaves and Farmiga providing an exclusive backstage look at “The Conjuring: Last Rites”. In this video, Chaves expresses excitement about the Smurl case as something “unprecedentedly dark” in the series. Furthermore, franchise producer Peter Safran talks about where Ed and Lorraine stand in the latest installment, hinting that they might be contemplating retirement from their roles as paranormal investigators.

Both of them are considering retiring from it, but unfortunately, due to their inherent kindness, they find it difficult to leave this behind.

In the video, Farmiga is seen with Wilson, revealing that the mission of the demon in ‘Last Rites’ holds a personal significance for her.

“This demon has a vendetta, and what it wants is very, very personal.”

What This Means For The Conjuring 4

Can It Redeem The Response To The Devil Made Me Do It?

In the final chapter of the primary “Conjuring” series, there’s a substantial amount of expectation for “Last Rites.” From the comments above, it’s clear that the creative team has raised the stakes significantly for Ed and Lorraine in this installment, making the paranormal investigators face an extraordinary threat. Whether the dark Smurl case and the demon’s personal grudge will manage to rekindle the success of the franchise is yet to be determined.

The Conjuring Movies’ Rotten Tomatoes Scores
Title RT Critics’ Score RT Popcornmeter
The Conjuring 86% 83%
The Conjuring 2 80% 82%
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 56% 83%

According to the graph, “The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It” (2021), the third movie in the series, faced a significant drop in critical acclaim on Rotten Tomatoes. Unlike its predecessors, the third film was criticized for rehashing familiar concepts and providing scares, yet lacking depth in the human aspects of the story. Most spinoffs have received mixed or poor reviews, making “Last Rites” an opportunity to steer the franchise back towards positive critical reception.

Our Take On The New Teases For The Conjuring: Last Rites

Ed & Lorraine Deserve A Proper Sendoff

The recently unveiled trailer hints at the comeback of several beloved aspects from the series’ history, as Ed and Lorraine’s journey concludes in a circular fashion. Using nostalgia can be powerful in sparking emotions and anticipation among viewers. However, we hope that Last Rites will not only tug at heartstrings but also weave an engaging new tale, able to stand independently as a fitting finale for a storyline that has been unfolding for over a decade.

Sometimes, horror movies find it challenging to develop characters that viewers become invested in. However, Ed and Lorraine have become standout protagonists in the genre, leaving an indelible impression. Their journey and the hardships they endure are captivating, despite The Devil Made Me Do It having some shortcomings. Whether The Conjuring: Last Rites will bring a satisfying conclusion to their story remains to be seen. Nevertheless, the upcoming film promises a significant supernatural menace for audiences to confront.

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2025-05-09 03:18