Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has become the highest-grossing Japanese film worldwide with over $555 million, while The Conjuring: Last Rites has set a record as the top Conjuring universe film at $400 million, contributing to New Line's surpassing $1 billion in global box office revenue for 2025.
New Line's horror film 'The Nun II' is set to premiere on Max on October 27, following its successful theatrical run. The sequel, part of the Conjuring universe, has grossed over $84 million domestically and $258 million worldwide. The film follows Sister Irene's battle against a malevolent spirit, and its success has solidified the Conjuring franchise as the highest-grossing horror franchise ever. A Conjuring universe series is also in the works, continuing the story of paranormal investigators Lorraine and Ed Warren.
"The Nun II" scares up $13 million on opening day, aiming to surpass "The Equalizer 3" on the North American box office charts. The horror sequel is expected to open around $31.3 million this weekend, falling short of its predecessor's record-setting opening but still surpassing other films in the "Conjuring" universe. "The Nun II" received a mixed reception from audiences and critics.
"The Nun II" is a horror film that serves as a bridge between the first film and "The Conjuring 2." Valak, the malevolent demon, returns to haunt and murder priests in 1950s France, drawing out Sister Irene. The movie amps up the horror with brutal imagery and a tense atmosphere, but the jumpscares are predictable. While it resolves some unanswered questions, it also introduces plotholes. Overall, "The Nun II" is a step up from its predecessor and an enjoyable watch for fans of the Conjuring universe.
The trailer for The Nun 2, a sequel to the 2018 film, has been released, bringing more scares to the Conjuring Universe. The film stars Taissa Farmiga and Storm Reid, with Michael Chaves directing. The story follows Sister Irene as she investigates a possessed friend and is aided by Reid's character. The Conjuring Universe has released eight films to date, with plans for more, including The Conjuring: Last Rites as the final installment. The Nun 2 will be released on September 8th.
Director Michael Chaves teases a new terrifying adventure for Sister Irene in "The Nun II," the sequel set in the Conjuring universe. The film follows Taissa Farmiga's character, Sister Irene, as she is pulled back into a collision course with her old friend Maurice, who is now possessed by the Demon Nun. New cast members include Storm Reid, and Bonnie Aarons returns as the Demon Nun. Chaves promises connections to the wider cinematic universe and hints at Easter eggs throughout the movie. "The Nun II" is set to release in theaters on September 8th.