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The Conjuring 2013

“Based on the true case files of the Warrens.”

Status
Released
Runtime
112 minutes
Director
James Wan
Networks
Evergreen Media Group, The Safran Company, New Line Cinema
Where to Stream
YouTube TV, HBO Max
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★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 12,839 votes R HorrorThriller Released
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What is The Conjuring?

The Conjuring is a 2013 American supernatural horror film directed by James Wan and written by Chad Hayes and Carey W. Hayes.

Type
Film
Year
2013
Status
Released
Runtime
112 minutes
Release date
Jul 18, 2013
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Evergreen Media Group, The Safran Company, New Line Cinema
Budget
$13,000,000
Revenue
$321,293,998
Genres
Horror, Thriller
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 12,839 votes
Episode runtime
~112 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Evergreen Media Group, The Safran Company, New Line Cinema
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Overview

The Conjuring is a 2013 American supernatural horror film directed by James Wan and written by Chad Hayes and Carey W. Hayes. The film stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, real-life paranormal investigators and authors. It follows the Warrens as they assist a family terrorized by a dark presence in their Rhode Island farmhouse. Forced to confront a powerful supernatural entity, the couple faces one of the most frightening cases of their careers. The movie marked the beginning of The Conjuring Universe, a franchise featuring multiple films centered on paranormal investigations. Released in 2013, it was praised for its scares and storytelling, helping to revitalize interest in supernatural horror. The film is available to stream on platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video.

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Should you watch it?

“Paranormal investigators assist a family terrorized by a dark presence in their Rhode Island farmhouse.”

Reasons to watch
  • directed by James Wan
  • features established paranormal investigators
Keep in mind
  • contains intense supernatural occurrences

Watch it if you enjoy supernatural horror films centered on paranormal investigations.

The film depicts a family experiencing terrifying and hostile supernatural events.

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed The Conjuring?

The film was directed by James Wan.

When was The Conjuring released?

The film was released in 2013.

Is this part of a series?

Yes, it is the inaugural film in The Conjuring Universe franchise.

Who are the primary investigators?

The investigators are Ed and Lorraine Warren.

What is the setting of the story?

The story takes place in a Rhode Island farmhouse during 1971.

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