The Conjuring (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2013, The Conjuring is a thriller and horror film directed by James Wan, running about 112 minutes. “Based on the true case files of the Warrens” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren work to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse. Forced to confront a powerful entity, the Warrens find themselves caught in the most terrifying case of their lives.

Who’s in it. The Conjuring stars Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren, Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren, Lili Taylor as Carolyn Perron and Ron Livingston as Roger Perron, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Conjuring has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $320.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Conjuring page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Conjuring tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Conjuring (2013)?
In US, The Conjuring is available to stream on YouTube TV and HBO Max, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Conjuring worth watching?
The Conjuring holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Conjuring?
The Conjuring stars Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Lili Taylor, Ron Livingston and Mackenzie Foy.
When was The Conjuring released?
The Conjuring was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.