Lead Up | The Conjuring

The Conjuring: Fear, Faith, and the Start of a Horror Legacy

We’re back with a brand-new Lead Up Series and this time, we’re diving into one of horror’s most successful modern franchises: The Conjuring. With The Conjuring: Last Rites set to release this September (Incoming Now Showing episode coming), we’re revisiting the mainline films that built the Warrens’ chilling cinematic universe.

First up: The Conjuring (2013)

Directed by James Wan, this film redefined supernatural horror for a new generation. By focusing on atmosphere, dread, and practical scares over cheap jump tactics, Wan created a story that feels as timeless as the classics that inspired it.

Anchored by Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson as real-life paranormal investigators Lorraine and Ed Warren, the movie blends character drama with unforgettable horror moments. Over a decade later, it still delivers chills.

In this episode, we discuss:

• James Wan’s skillful direction and mastery of tension

• Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson’s strong performances as the Warrens

• The real-life paranormal cases that inspired the story

• Why The Conjuring remains one of the most effective horror films of the last 20 years

• How Field lives in the same town the Warrens lived. (Monroe, baby!)

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the franchise or discovering it for the first time, this episode is the perfect way to prepare for the next haunting chapter.

Watch the full YouTube-exclusive episode below: