Box Office Bonanza: A Thriller That Thrives on Screens
In its opening weekend in the United States and Canada, The Conjuring: Last Rites delivered a spine-chilling performance — earning a staggering $83 million, marking the third-largest horror opening in U.S. history and setting a new high for the franchise. The film surge not only restored momentum to a sluggish fall season but also lifted the domestic horror genre’s total earnings past the $1 billion milestone for 2025.
Worldwide, it roared to $187 million in just its opening stretch: $104 million from international markets and $83 million from North America. The film even claimed the biggest horror IMAX opening domestically, drawing $14.3 million on IMAX formats alone — a testament to its cinematic lure.
Over in India, the film dominated the box office with a record-setting ₹18 crore (~USD 2.2 million) on its opening day and soared to ₹50 crore (~USD 6 million) by the end of the weekend — placing it as the highest-earning Hollywood horror film of all time in India.
Clearly, Last Rites isn’t just concluding a saga — it’s cementing the Conjuring Universe’s legacy at the box office.
Fan Adoration: A Bittersweet Farewell That Struck a Chord
Fan reactions are a mixed—but largely heartfelt—blend. Many have embraced the movie as a worthy farewell to beloved characters:
- “This movie is definitely worth the watch and gives us fans and viewers everything we needed for the series to end. RIP to the Warrens.”
- “If you really like the story of the Conjuring, you will love this movie! … What an amazing send off.”
- “Wasn’t as scary as I thought … but 10/10.”
- “I love a good jump scare… I found myself literally hiding under the covers… 5 Stars all around.”
- “Great ending to a series if it is the ending.”
Others, however, felt a bit underwhelmed:
- “It was the worst way to end the Conjuring universe… the last two movies were both terrible.”
- “Ghosts looked like … Spirit Halloween standups to me.”
At the same time, the performances of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren drew consistent praise, with many fans remarking that their chemistry kept the heart of the story alive, even when the scares fell short.
What the Numbers & Fans Say: A Final Word
| Aspect | Takeaway |
|---|---|
| Box Office | A massive win: $83M domestic, $187M global, record IMAX openings, huge success in India. |
| Fan Feelings | Emotional finale with strong performances; some love the tribute, others miss the scare factor. |
| Overall Legacy | A box-office beast with heartfelt fan appreciation—even if it’s not the scariest in the series. |
In summary, The Conjuring: Last Rites may not terrify like its predecessors, but it made a triumphant final stand — both financially and emotionally. Whether fans loved it as a satisfying exit or critiqued it as a softer ride, the movie made one thing clear: the Warrens’ legacy will resonate well beyond the closing credits.
