First Communion: New Conjuring Prequel Locks In 2027 Release
A fresh chapter in The Conjuring saga is on the horizon, as First Communion secures its September 2027 premiere. The prequel promises a look at Ed and Lorraine Warren’s formative years, but casting remains a mystery.
Fans of supernatural cinema have another date to mark in their diaries: the much-discussed prequel to The Conjuring, titled First Communion, is officially scheduled to arrive in cinemas on 10 September 2027. The announcement follows a rather unexpected reveal on Halloween, which caught many off guard, especially after the previous instalment, The Conjuring: Last Rites, was billed as the franchise’s swan song.
Despite the supposed finale, Last Rites shattered records, pulling in the largest global opening for a horror film to date. With a modest production budget of $55 million, it managed to rake in a staggering $495 million worldwide. The wider universe, including the Annabelle offshoots, has now amassed over $2.7 billion, making it one of the most lucrative horror franchises in recent memory. It seems the appetite for tales of the paranormal remains as strong as ever.
Behind the Curtain: New Faces and Familiar Names
Details about First Communion’s storyline are being kept tightly under wraps. What is known, however, is that the film will revisit the early days of Ed and Lorraine Warren, the couple whose investigations have anchored the series since its inception. Whether Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson will reprise their roles is still up in the air. There’s every chance the production will opt for a younger cast to portray the Warrens in their formative years, though nothing has been confirmed.
Stepping into the director’s chair for the first time on a feature-length project is Rodrigue Hart. The script is in the hands of Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg, the writing duo behind The Autopsy of Jane Doe, a film that quietly earned a reputation among horror aficionados for its unsettling atmosphere and clever storytelling. Their involvement has certainly piqued interest, even if the plot remains a closely guarded secret.
Franchise Momentum: Why Stop Now?
The decision to continue the series after Last Rites’ record-breaking run is hardly surprising. With such impressive box office returns, the studio’s enthusiasm for another entry is understandable. The Conjuring universe has consistently drawn audiences in with its blend of real-life inspired hauntings and cinematic suspense, and First Communion looks set to build on that legacy.
For now, speculation abounds regarding the direction the prequel will take and who will step into the shoes of the iconic paranormal investigators. One thing is certain: the franchise shows no sign of losing its grip on viewers, and the countdown to September 2027 has well and truly begun.