“The Conjuring 2”, 2016
Director: James Wan
Also directed by James Wan, the sequel sees the Warrens travel to Enfield, London, to assist the Hodgson family, who are experiencing poltergeist activity. This case challenges the Warrens personally and professionally.
Starring: Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga, Madison Wolfe, Frances O'Connor, Lauren Esposito, Benjamin Haigh, Patrick McAuley, Simon McBurney, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Simon Delaney;
Production year: 2016;
Genre: horror, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 133 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;
More information about the film “The Conjuring 2” on the website imdb.com
“Annabelle Comes Home”, 2019
Director: Gary Dauberman
Directed by Gary Dauberman, this film focuses more on the Warrens' daughter, Judy, but Ed and Lorraine Warren are still key characters. It showcases the chaos unleashed when the demonic doll Annabelle awakens the evil spirits in the Warrens' artifact room.
Starring: Mckenna Grace, Madison Iseman, Katie Sarife, Michael Cimino, Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Samara Lee, Kenzie Caplan, Sade Katarina, Michael Patrick McGill;
Production year: 2019;
Genre: horror, thriller, detective;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 106 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 5,9;
More information about the film “Annabelle Comes Home” on the website imdb.com
Note: While there are other films in The Conjuring Universe that reference the Warrens or are inspired by cases they investigated, these three films directly involve Ed and Lorraine Warren as characters and highlight their paranormal investigations. Other movies in the universe, such as those focusing on the Annabelle doll or “The Nun,” are more loosely connected to the Warrens, focusing instead on the broader universe of supernatural entities they have encountered or studied.
The chronicles of Ed and Lorraine Warren, as portrayed in the series of films inspired by their real-life encounters, have cemented their place in the pantheon of horror cinema. These films, spanning from the heart-stopping “The Conjuring” to the suspenseful “Annabelle” series and beyond, intertwine genuine emotion with supernatural terror, creating a unique fabric of scares that respect the legacy of the Warrens. The contributions of Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson, who brought depth and humanity to the Warrens, coupled with the narratives steeped in the duo's legendary investigations, have not only enthralled audiences but also revitalized interest in the paranormal. As a testament to the blend of historical lore with cinematic creativity, these films transcend the horror genre, offering a visceral experience that is both emotionally resonant and chillingly engaging. In reflecting on the films about Ed and Lorraine Warren, we find a remarkable fusion of truth and fiction that continues to captivate, educate, and terrify, securing their enduring legacy in both the realms of the supernatural and cinematic history.
