New Conjuring Prequel First Communion Gets 2027 Release Date
Warner Bros. fast-tracks another supernatural horror film after Last Rites box office success, exploring the Warren couple's earliest paranormal encounters in an upcoming prequel.
Warner Bros. reversed course on ending the Conjuring franchise. Despite marketing Last Rites as the final Warren story, the studio greenlit a prequel following the film's massive box office performance.
First Communion won't feature Ed and Lorraine Warren directly. Instead, the movie explores events that happened before Last Rites, possibly predating the entire Conjuring timeline. The prequel approach gives Warner Bros. fresh storytelling opportunities without the main characters.
September 2027 Theatrical Launch Confirmed
Last Rites dominated 2025 box office numbers for the franchise. The film pulled in $494 mn worldwide according to Box Office Mojo data. Those numbers convinced executives to move quickly on the next installment.
Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema locked in September 10, 2027 for First Communion's theatrical debut. The date gives the production team adequate time for development and filming.
Plot Details Remain Under Wraps
Studio executives keep story specifics confidential. The title suggests religious themes, specifically focusing on Catholic sacraments. First Communion traditionally marks a child's initial reception of the Eucharist.
The prequel likely examines young Ed and Lorraine Warren's first supernatural encounter. Their initial brush with paranormal forces could provide origin story material. Last Rites already featured younger versions of both characters, setting precedent for casting choices.
Casting Questions Without Wilson and Farmiga
Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga publicly said goodbye to their Warren roles. Both actors made clear statements about moving on from the franchise. Their absence creates casting challenges for the prequel.
Madison Lawlor and Orion Smith could reprise their younger Warren portrayals. The actors appeared in Last Rites flashback sequences. No official casting announcements have emerged from the studio yet.
Streaming Timeline Follows Standard Pattern
First Communion should hit premium video-on-demand platforms 30-45 days after theaters. That timeline puts PVOD availability around late October 2027. The film will likely reach HBO Max 75-90 days post-theatrical release.
Streaming debut could happen in late November or early December 2027. The Conjuring series maintains strong HBO Max viewership numbers. All previous franchise entries remain available on the platform.