---
title: "The Conjuring"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-conjuring-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 138843
imdb_id: "tt1457767"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 112
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 12839
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Conjuring (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-conjuring-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Paranormal investigators assist a family terrorized by a dark presence in their Rhode Island farmhouse."

### Why Watch
- directed by James Wan
- features established paranormal investigators

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense supernatural occurrences
- Tone & Suitability: The film depicts a family experiencing terrifying and hostile supernatural events.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, tense, atmospheric, scary

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Wan
- **Networks / Studios**: Evergreen Media Group, The Safran Company, New Line Cinema

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Vera Farmiga** as *Lorraine Warren*
- **Patrick Wilson** as *Ed Warren*
- **Lili Taylor** as *Carolyn Perron*
- **Ron Livingston** as *Roger Perron*
- **Hayley McFarland** as *Nancy*
- **Sterling Jerins** as *Judy Warren*
- **Shanley Caswell** as *Andrea*
- **Mackenzie Foy** as *Cindy*
- **Joey King** as *Christine*
- **Kyla Deaver** as *April*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed The Conjuring?
The film was directed by James Wan.

### Q: When was The Conjuring released?
The film was released in 2013.

### Q: Is this part of a series?
Yes, it is the inaugural film in The Conjuring Universe franchise.

### Q: Who are the primary investigators?
The investigators are Ed and Lorraine Warren.

### Q: What is the setting of the story?
The story takes place in a Rhode Island farmhouse during 1971.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Conjuring - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Conjuring)
- [The Conjuring (2013) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1457767)
- [Watch The Conjuring | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/70251894)
- [The Conjuring streaming: where to watch online? - JustWatch](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/conjuring-the)
- [The Conjuring (2013) - Movie | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-conjuring/10083287/main/)
- [The Conjuring Movies In Order: How to Watch ... - The Direct](https://thedirect.com/article/the-conjuring-movies-order-watch-chronological)

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