---
title: "The Conjuring 2"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-conjuring-2-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 259693
imdb_id: "tt3065204"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 134
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 9270
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Conjuring 2 (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-conjuring-2-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Conjuring 2 is a 2016 American supernatural horror film directed by James Wan. The screenplay for the production was written by Chad Hayes, Carey W. Hayes, James Wan, and David Leslie Johnson. In the United Kingdom, the film is known as The Conjuring 2: The Enfield Case. The story follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they travel to north London to assist a single mother who is raising four children alone. The family resides in a house that is plagued by malicious spirits. The cast of the film includes Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, who reprise their roles as Lorraine and Ed Warren, alongside Madison Wolfe and Frances O'Connor. This film serves as a continuation of the case files of the Warrens and is part of The Conjuring Universe franchise. The production documents the investigators as they work to help the family address the supernatural occurrences within their home.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Ed and Lorraine Warren investigate paranormal activity in a haunted London home."

### Why Watch
- strong paranormal investigation themes
- family dynamics under stress
- atmospheric horror buildup

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow pacing in middle act
- familiar horror tropes
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and adults who enjoy supernatural horror with family themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, chilling, methodical, family-focused, ominous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Wan
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, The Safran Company, Atomic Monster

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Vera Farmiga** as *Lorraine Warren*
- **Patrick Wilson** as *Ed Warren*
- **Madison Wolfe** as *Janet Hodgson*
- **Frances O'Connor** as *Peggy Hodgson*
- **Lauren Esposito** as *Margaret Hodgson*
- **Benjamin Haigh** as *Billy Hodgson*
- **Patrick McAuley** as *Johnny Hodgson*
- **Sterling Jerins** as *Judy Warren*
- **Bonnie Aarons** as *Demon Nun*
- **Simon McBurney** as *Maurice Grosse*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this film based on a true story?
The film is inspired by the real-life investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren.

### Q: Do I need to watch the first Conjuring film?
It helps but is not required; this film stands alone.

### Q: Is the movie very scary?
It builds suspense gradually with several intense paranormal moments.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The main story is set in north London.

### Q: What is the main conflict?
A family is being terrorized by malevolent supernatural forces in their home.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Conjuring - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Conjuring)
- [The Conjuring 2 (2016) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3065204/)
- [The Conjuring Movies In Order: How to Watch ... - The Direct](https://thedirect.com/article/the-conjuring-movies-order-watch-chronological)
- [The Conjuring 2 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Conjuring_2)
- [The Conjuring (2013) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt1457767)
- [The Conjuring 2 (2016) - Movie | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-conjuring-2/20070947/main/)

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