Review: The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025)
Genre: Horror / Supernatural / Thriller
The Conjuring: Last Rites marks the chilling return of Ed and Lorraine Warren in what’s being billed as the final chapter in the long-running Conjuring Universe. Directed by Michael Chaves, this installment dives deeper into the psychological and spiritual warfare that has defined the series, while adding a darker, more introspective tone that sets it apart from its predecessors.
Set in the 1980s, Last Rites follows the Warrens as they investigate a sinister case tied to a defrocked priest and a cursed abbey in France. What begins as a standard exorcism inquiry quickly spirals into a much larger battle against a demonic force that not only challenges their faith but threatens to tear them apart emotionally and physically. The presence of Valak—the demon nun from The Nun films—looms heavily, linking the broader Conjuring timeline into a final, climactic confrontation.
Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga once again shine as the Warrens, delivering heartfelt and intense performances that show the toll their work has taken on their marriage and spirits. Wilson even directs a few key scenes in this one, bringing added intimacy and care to their dynamic. The supporting cast, including some new characters introduced in the franchise’s spin-offs, help raise the emotional and narrative stakes.
While the scares remain strong—eerie visuals, ominous sound design, and slow-burning tension—the film’s real power lies in its emotional undercurrent. This is a story not just of haunting, but of sacrifice, faith, and legacy. It’s a fitting end that honors what made the original Conjuring films stand out: a balance of grounded emotion and supernatural horror.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or a casual viewer, Last Rites offers a chilling farewell that lingers long after the credits roll.
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