AceShowbiz - The Conjuring franchise has been a staple of horror movies for over a decade, with its first installment debuting in 2013. The series has since expanded to include multiple films based on the lives of Ed and Lorraine Warren, played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, as well as several spinoffs and prequels. With the release of The Conjuring: Last Rites in 2025, fans were led to believe that the franchise was coming to an end. The title "Last Rites" suggested a sense of finality, and the film's conclusion provided a sense of closure for the Warren family's story.

However, despite Michael Chaves' statements that "It is done. This is the final chapter … There’s no other Conjuring movies. It is absolutely the end," it appears that the Conjuring franchise is far from over. Reports have surfaced that New Line is already in the early stages of developing a new Conjuring prequel. This upcoming film would be separate from other prequel franchises within the Conjuring universe, such as Annabelle. While details are scarce, the possibilities for a Conjuring prequel are endless, with potential storylines exploring the earlier careers of Ed and Lorraine Warren or delving into the backstories of other supernatural entities.

The Conjuring universe has also left the door open for future installments that continue the story beyond Last Rites. Judy Warren and her husband have been set up as the new leads for potential future films, and many of the franchise's main cast members have expressed interest in returning for more movies. With Judy's career as a paranormal investigator providing a wealth of possibilities, the Conjuring franchise is poised to continue thrilling audiences for years to come. As the horror genre continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see where the Conjuring franchise goes from here, and how it will continue to captivate audiences with its unique blend of suspense and supernatural intrigue.

While Michael Chaves' comments may have suggested that The Conjuring: Last Rites was the final chapter in the franchise, it is clear that the Conjuring universe is still very much alive. With new projects in development and a wealth of possibilities for future storylines, fans of the franchise can rest assured that there is still much more to come from the world of The Conjuring. As the franchise continues to expand and evolve, it will be interesting to see how it navigates the ever-changing landscape of the horror genre, and how it will continue to thrill and captivate audiences in the years to come.