The Conjuring-verse—spanning three mainline films and a chilling array of spinoffs—stands as one of the most successful horror franchises in cinematic history, amassing over $2 billion at the global box office despite its modest production budgets. Conceived by James Wan, the visionary director behind *Furious 7* and co-creator of the *Saw* series, *The Conjuring* began as a spine-tingling dramatization of real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. From there, the universe expanded to explore the dark origins of malevolent entities like the demonic nun Valak and cursed artifacts such as the infamous Annabelle doll.
As fans eagerly await the release of *The Conjuring: Last Rites* in September—the fourth and reportedly final chapter in the main series—we’ve curated a list of 13 films that deliver the same bone-chilling atmosphere, supernatural dread, and haunted-house terror that define the franchise. These picks delve into ghostly visitations, demonic possessions, and cursed objects—perfect for anyone craving that authentic *Conjuring* experience.
Of course, if you're diving deep into this horror universe, don’t forget to revisit all nine core entries: *The Conjuring*, *Annabelle*, *The Conjuring 2*, *Annabelle: Creation*, *The Nun*, *The Nun 2*, *The Curse of La Llorona*, *Annabelle Comes Home*, and *The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It*. For viewing options, check out our guide on where to stream the entire Conjuring saga.
Now, let’s step into the shadows. Here are 13 movies like *The Conjuring* to satisfy your appetite for supernatural horror.
Insidious (2010)
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Director: James Wan | Writer: Leigh Whannell | Stars: Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, Barbara Hershey
Release Date: September 14, 2010 | Review: IGN's Insidious review
From the mind of James Wan and writer-actor Leigh Whannell comes Insidious, a modern horror classic that shares DNA with The Conjuring in both tone and talent. Starring Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne—before passing the torch to Lin Shaye as a fearless psychic investigator—the series dives into the terrifying concept of astral projection and the malevolent spirits lurking in the "Further." The first two films were directed by Wan himself, delivering slow-burn dread, haunting visuals, and one of horror’s most iconic ghosts: The Lipstick-Face Demon. With five films in the franchise—Insidious, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, The Last Key, and The Red Door—this is essential viewing for fans of paranormal horror.
A sixth installment was slated for August 2025 but has been delayed to August 2026.
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The Changeling (1980)
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