You might’ve heard the news and done a double-take: The Conjuring universe—yes, that spine-tingling world filled with haunted dolls, demonic nuns, and paranormal investigators—is heading to HBO Max as a full television series. It’s not quite here yet—the show is still early in development, and no premiere date has been revealed—but excitement is already building.
Veteran writer and executive producer Nancy Won, known for projects like Supernatural, Little Fires Everywhere, and Jessica Jones, has signed on as showrunner and writer. She’s joined by writers Peter Cameron and Cameron Squires, who both worked on Marvel’s WandaVision and its spinoff Agatha All Along. Though plot details are being kept under wraps, HBO Max has teased that the series will “continue the story established in the feature films,” so fans should expect more paranormal mayhem in the familiar world of Ed and Lorraine Warren. It’s still early days—no casting news yet—but longtime franchise producers James Wan and Peter Safran will be involved, which should help keep the tone and scares consistent with the films.
Box Office Is Off the Charts: The Conjuring: Last Rites Smashes Records
As the TV version brews, the final installment, The Conjuring: Last Rites, is already stirring up box-office magic. Released on September 5, 2025, the film has delivered one of the most electrifying openings for horror in modern cinematic history. Globally, it pulled in around $194 million over its opening weekend, shattering the previous horror record set by It back in 2017. In the U.S., it launched with $83 million, making it not only the biggest horror premiere of 2025 but also the best opening yet for the franchise. It also notched $34.5 million just on opening day, thanks in part to record-breaking Thursday previews. Overseas, the movie also scored huge numbers, including an impressive debut in India where it earned Rs 18 crore on day one. Add it all up and the Conjuring Universe has firmly cemented its place as one of the most lucrative horror franchises in film history. Spin-offs like Annabelle and The Nun have already shown the brand’s global power, and with Last Rites closing out the trilogy on such a high note, Warner Bros. clearly has no intention of letting this money-maker rest in peace.
Why This Series on HBO Max Could Be a Game-Changer
So why is HBO Max stepping into this chilling territory, and what can it mean for the streamer? For starters, The Conjuring comes with a built-in fanbase. There’s no guessing whether viewers want more—Last Rites proved that by breaking records around the world. Taking that same story into episodic territory could capture fans who can’t get enough of the Warrens. It also gives Warner Bros. a way to keep the horror momentum going. The studio is having one of its best streaks in years, and a high-profile Conjuring series ensures that the brand remains alive and thriving even after the film saga wraps.
Just as important, a series gives the creators room to slow things down and really dig into the supernatural storytelling. Some of the most compelling horror isn’t just about jump scares—it’s about the creeping dread that builds over time. A weekly series could capture that energy in ways a two-hour film can’t. Plus, HBO Max has been looking to broaden its library with more variety. A franchise like this could sit comfortably alongside prestige dramas and comedies while pulling in an entirely different audience who live for spooky, serialized storytelling.
Final Thoughts: A Perfect Storm of Timing, Talent, and Terror
There’s something kind of magical—or maybe supernatural—about the timing of all this. As the final film dominates the box office, the TV series is quietly setting up behind the scenes. It feels like a perfect handoff from one medium to another. HBO Max is getting in early on what could become another flagship horror property, and fans are clearly still hungry for more Warrens. Whether you’re thrilled, nervous, or just plain curious, this feels like the beginning of another wild ride in The Conjuring universe.
