The Conjuring-Last Rites Casts a Final Spell-Box Office Roars, Critics Split

A Chilling Farewell to the Warrens

The Conjuring-Last Rites Casts a Final Spell-Box Office Roars – The Conjuring: Last Rites, released on September 5, 2025, marks the ninth and final chapter in the globally acclaimed Conjuring Universe. Directed by Michael Chaves, the film reunites Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, alongside Mia Tomlinson as their daughter Judy and Ben Hardy in a pivotal role. Inspired by the real-life Smurl haunting case, the story unfolds in industrial Pennsylvania, where a family faces terrifying paranormal events that even the Warrens struggle to contain.

The film was originally expected to release on October 31, aligning with Halloween, but Warner Bros. advanced the date to avoid competition and capitalize on early fall buzz. This move paid off handsomely, as audiences flocked to theaters for what was billed as the Warrens’ final investigation.

Box Office Magic: A Horror Hit in India and Worldwide

Despite being a niche horror film, The Conjuring: Last Rites delivered a blockbuster opening. In India, it earned ₹17.5 crore on Day 1 and ₹17.3 crore on Day 2, bringing its two-day total to ₹34.8 crore across all languages. This makes it the seventh highest-grossing Hollywood horror film in India, just behind Evil Dead Rise.

Globally, the film pulled in $47.3 million on Friday alone, with early estimates suggesting a $165–170 million opening weekend. That places it among the top three horror openings in Hollywood history, trailing only the It films. With a modest $55 million production budget, the film is already a major commercial success.

In India, the film outperformed domestic releases like Baaghi 4 and The Bengal Files, both of which struggled to match its numbers. The IMAX format and multi-language rollout helped boost its reach, with strong occupancy in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu screenings.

Audience Reactions: Emotional Farewell or Familiar Frights?

Fans of the franchise embraced the film as a fitting farewell to the Warrens. Many praised the emotional depth of Ed and Lorraine’s final case, especially the family dynamics and Judy Warren’s expanded role. The haunting visuals, eerie sound design, and classic jump scares kept horror lovers satisfied.

However, critics were more divided. Some felt the film lacked the originality of earlier entries like The Conjuring 2, and leaned too heavily on franchise tropes. Others appreciated its restraint and character-driven storytelling, calling it a “slow burn with a strong emotional payoff.”

Social media buzz has been largely positive, with fans sharing their favorite moments and speculating on future spin-offs. The film’s legacy as the final installment adds weight to its reception, even if it doesn’t reinvent the genre.

What’s Next: Streaming, Spin-Offs, and Franchise Legacy

With its theatrical run off to a strong start, The Conjuring: Last Rites is expected to hit OTT platforms between October 20–30, likely on ZEE5 or Amazon Prime Video, depending on distribution deals. The digital release will allow fans to revisit the Warrens’ last case and introduce new viewers to the franchise.

While this film concludes the main Conjuring storyline, producers James Wan and Peter Safran have hinted at future spin-offs. Characters like Judy Warren and Father Kastner could lead new chapters, and the universe may expand into anthology-style horror.

For now, The Conjuring: Last Rites stands as a commercial triumph and a bittersweet goodbye to two of horror’s most beloved characters. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, this final case is worth watching with the lights off, of course.

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