VIETING Leaks: First Trailer for "The Conjuring: Last Rites" Revealed! The series' final chapter returns to the Smurl family's eerie files, with the Warrens' last case!

After four long years, the “Conjuring Universe” that has kept countless people from sleeping with the lights off is finally reaching its conclusion. Recently, Warner Bros. Pictures officially unveiled the first trailer and teaser poster for The Conjuring: Last Rites, the fourth installment in the main Conjuring series and the final chapter, sparking excitement among fans.

The Conjuring Series Finale: Familiar Faces Return

This film continues the directorial style of Michael Chaves, who directed The Conjuring 3, The Nun 2, and The Curse of La Llorona, once again immersing audiences in a chilling world of exorcism. The screenplay is also penned by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, who wrote The Conjuring 2 and The Conjuring 3, ensuring narrative coherence and tension.

Returning cast members include the beloved paranormal duo: Vera Farmiga as the psychic Lorraine Warren, and Patrick Wilson as paranormal investigator Ed Warren. This “exorcist couple,” based on real historical figures, has become the heart and soul of the series.

Setting: 1986, Following The Conjuring 3

Last Rites is set in 1986, five years after the events of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. After Ed’s heart attack, the Warrens have chosen to retire and no longer take on exorcism cases. However, a strange paranormal event compels them to return to action.

This time, they will face a case based on the real-life Smurl haunting of 1973.

Case Background: The Smurl Family Haunting Reimagined

The Smurl haunting is a real paranormal case that occurred in Pennsylvania, USA. The family claimed to be tormented by evil spirits from 1973 to 1989, affecting their health, family relationships, and religious beliefs.

According to records, the haunting included moving furniture, foul odors, scratches on the walls, and even suspected demonic possession. The Warrens eventually intervened to investigate. This event is full of dramatic tension and is one of the most compelling stories in the “Conjuring Universe” to bring to the big screen.

New Characters Emerge, Judy’s Growth as a Mainstay

In addition to familiar faces, this installment introduces a new generation of characters:

• Mia Tomlinson as Judy Warren—the Warrens’ daughter.
• Ben Hardy as Judy’s boyfriend—a brand new original character.

Judy, who appeared as a child in previous installments, has now grown into a young woman, symbolizing the potential generational succession of the “exorcism mission.”

The End is the Beginning? How Will the “Conjuring Universe” Conclude?

Since the release of the first Conjuring film in 2013, this supernatural universe created by James Wan has spawned multiple spin-offs, including The Nun, the Annabelle trilogy, and The Curse of La Llorona, forming a “horror universe” with a global box office of over $2 billion.

Last Rites undoubtedly bears the responsibility of bringing the entire series to a close. It will not only summarize the Warrens’ legendary careers but may also highlight the development potential of subsequent characters, and even lay the groundwork for future reboots or spin-offs.

Expected Release Date

North America: September 5, 2025
The release date for Chinese-speaking regions is expected to be announced soon, and is anticipated to spark another wave of “Conjuring fever.”

Final Thoughts

The Conjuring: Last Rites is more than just an exorcism journey; it is an emotional farewell to a decade-long journey through this horror universe. From exorcist priests to evil dolls, from family-destroying curses to struggles of faith, it presents the most human fears and the most steadfast protection.

It’s time to light the candles again and step into the darkness.
It’s also time to say goodbye to the decade that sent chills down your spine.