The Conjuring: Last Rites X Review: Horror movie fans have been eagerly waiting for the finale of one of the most popular modern horror series. The Conjuring: Last Rites is the ninth and final film in the franchise, following The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021). Written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, and directed by Michael Chaves, the movie promises to give a proper farewell to the story of Ed and Lorraine Warren.
The Conjuring: Last Rites: Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga back for the final time
Fans were excited to see Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga return as Ed and Lorraine Warren for the last time. Mia Tomlinson plays Judy Warren, with Ben Hardy, Rebecca Calder, and Elliot Cowan also joining the cast. The story is inspired by the real-life Smurl haunting case, and the trailer had already created a lot of buzz. Now that the film is out in theatres in India and worldwide, fans have been sharing their reactions on Twitter.
The Conjuring: Last Rites: Twitter reviews
Many viewers loved the performances and shared their reviews on X (formerly Twitter). One Twitter user wrote, “#TheConjuringLastRites is a terrifying final chapter of Ed and Lorraine Warren’s big-screen journey. The scares are freakingly good, Patrick Wilson & Vera Farmiga are amazing, and Mia Tomlinson as Judy Warren is a revelation. Perfect send-off!”
Another fan called it “a fitting and beautiful conclusion,” saying, “A thrilling and terrifying look at the case that led the Warrens to hang up their crucifixes. It made me so sad to say goodbye.”
Some even compared it favourably to earlier films. “Just finished #TheConjuringLastRites. Way better than the third movie and maybe even the second. Vera Farmiga, Mia Tomlinson & Patrick Wilson nailed it. Loved every second,” one fan tweeted.
But not everyone was happy. Some viewers felt the film didn’t match the tension of earlier Conjuring movies. One tweet read, “#TheConjuringLastRites focuses more on the Warrens’ family than pure scares. While billed as their scariest case, it doesn’t have the tension of the first two films [7/10].”
Another viewer called it disappointing: “#TheConjuringLastRites was one of my most-anticipated films. Absolutely boring, not scary, laughable… Biggest horror disappointment of the year.”
Even fans who liked it pointed out pacing issues. “The Conjuring: Last Rites had me all over the place. Pacing issues took me out of it sometimes, but the climax had some really good scares. The characters shine and make it a worthy finale,” one user said.
The Conjuring: Last Rites – Vera Farmiga opens up about working with Patrick Wilson
Vera Farmiga also spoke about her bond with Patrick Wilson. Talking to PEOPLE, she said, “It’s not easy being away from our families while delivering performances that sometimes feel like a hot mess. His sense of humor is just the holy water to my hot mess. He always makes me laugh, whether it’s bringing a smoothie or crooning metal with me. He’s been a great friend.”
The Conjuring: Last Rites gets mixed reactions
Overall, The Conjuring: Last Rites has got fans talking. Many praised the emotional moments and performances, while some felt it wasn’t as scary as previous films. Either way, it marks the end of Ed and Lorraine Warren’s on screen journey. Whether you loved it or felt it fell short, the film gives the final bow to one of the most beloved horror duos in modern cinema.