‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ Breaks Box Office Records With $194 Million USD Global Opening

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Summary

  • The Conjuring: Last Rites broke the record for the biggest horror movie opening ever
  • It earned a massive $194 million USD globally on its opening weekend
  • This makes the franchise the most profitable in horror history

Last Rites raking in an impressive $194 million worldwide during its first weekend at the box office. This monumental figure surpasses that of Stephen King’s “It,” making it the highest-grossing horror movie debut of all time, as confirmed by Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but express my excitement about the phenomenal opening of the latest installment in the James Wan-created franchise, which has been terrifying audiences for over a decade now. The movie, titled “Last Rites,” has certainly lived up to its name, promising and delivering an epic, final showdown between our beloved characters Ed and Lorraine Warren (played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga) and a terrifying demon haunting a family’s home. Under the skilled direction of franchise veteran Michael Chaves, this horror film has truly captured the essence of cinematic event that drives fans like me to flock to theaters in droves.

Despite some predictions that no horror film would surpass It‘s box office success, The Conjuring: Last Rites has not only outperformed it significantly but set a new benchmark in the horror genre. This movie’s triumph solidifies The Conjuring series as the most financially successful horror franchise ever, with an enthusiastic and steadily expanding fanbase that eagerly anticipates each new addition. Beyond being a final chapter, the film has become a major cultural phenomenon, demonstrating that the horror genre is not only thriving but also incredibly profitable in today’s market.

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2025-09-09 06:25