The Conjuring: Last Rites hits HBO Max on November 21 after a record-breaking theatrical run. Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga return as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. The final chapter pulled in $495 million worldwide. It’s the biggest horror opening ever at $194 million globally.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- HBO Max release: Streaming now as of November 21, 2025
- Theatrical debut: September 5, 2025 with $84 million domestic opening weekend
- Worldwide total: $495 million box office, the highest in franchise history
- Director: Michael Chaves returns for the final Warren investigation
- Based on: The real-life Smurl family haunting case with a cursed mirror
What Happened: The Final Warren Case
The Conjuring: Last Rites brings back the paranormal power couple for their most personal case yet. Michael Chaves directs this supposed finale to the franchise. The story circles back to the Warrens’ very first encounter with evil. This time, the threat comes from a cursed mirror threatening a Pennsylvania family.
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The film pulled off something nearly impossible. It beat IT (2017) as the biggest horror movie opening ever. With $194 million globally in just its first weekend, this wasn’t your typical horror release. The movie dominated globally, proving the franchise still has serious juice.
Both Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson deliver what many critics call their most emotionally resonant work in the series. The cast also includes Ben Hardy and rising talent Mia Tomlinson. The production budget was lean at just $55 million, making those numbers even more impressive.
Why This Matters: Franchise Legacy and Horror Dominance
Here’s the thing: The Conjuring: Last Rites becomes the highest-grossing film in the entire franchise. Period. That’s a major statement about where horror sits in today’s box office landscape. Plus, it signals that audiences still care deeply about character-driven scares over cheap jump-scares.
The film’s success proves something important about franchise fatigue. Some series lose steam. This one actually gained momentum. Real investment in storytelling and performances clearly pays off. The Warrens’ journey feels complete in a way that resonates.
And now it’s hitting streaming at peak moment. HBO Max subscribers get immediate access without leaving their couches. That’s a massive cultural moment–bringing a $495 million theatrical juggernaut to your home barely 3 months after release.
The Box Office Details: Breaking Every Record
These numbers tell the real story. Check the breakdown:
| Box Office Region | Total Gross | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic (US/Canada) | $178 million | 35.9% |
| International | $317 million | 64.1% |
| WORLDWIDE TOTAL | $495 million | 100% |
The international response was absolutely massive. Over 64% of the total came from outside North America. That’s not typical for horror films. It speaks volumes about the franchise’s global appeal.
Opening weekend showed the momentum. The film earned $83 million domestically in just 3 days across the US and Canada. Globally, it hit $187 million opening weekend, then $194 million with final actuals. For context, the previous franchise record was IT’s massive $123.4 million opening. This movie crushed it.
What’s Next: The Streaming Era Begins
Here’s what matters now. Starting November 21, the entire Conjuring universe hits HBO Max for a full marathon experience. All 9 films in the franchise become available to stream.
That Warner Bros. HBO Max strategy? It’s working. Get the theatrical run. Build the buzz. Hit $495 million globally. Then bring it home to streaming subscribers almost immediately.
The film also hits linear HBO on Saturday, November 22 at 8 PM ET for those preferring traditional TV viewing. And importantly, November 25 brings the home media release on DVD and Blu-ray for collectors.
The Big Question: Is This Really the End for the Warrens?
Directors and studios love saying “this is the final chapter.” But $495 million in box office is a pretty loud conversation starter. Will Warner Bros. let this franchise rest?
The film itself presents this as the actual ending. The story closes character arcs convincingly. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson both took this role seriously as farewell performances. Yet Hollywood loves money more than endings.
What we know for sure: Right now, you can finally experience the conclusion on HBO Max. Stream it, form your own opinions, and let the wild speculation begin.
Sources
- Variety – Box office tracking and global opening records
- Deadline – HBO Max streaming debut and theatrical performance
- USA Today – Streaming release details and cast information
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