Conjuring, The

The Conjuring is an American horror movie of the supernatural thriller subgenre. It was directed by James Wan and written by Chad and Carey Hayes. The film was produced by Evergreen Media Group, New Line Cinema and The Safran Company and released theatrically in the United States on July 19th, 2013. The movie stars Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Joey King, Lili Taylor and Ron Livingston. The premise of the film focuses on husband and wife paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren who become involved in malevolent forces haunting the farmhouse of the Perrin family.

Insidious connections
Although The Conjuring is a wholly separate movie from Insidious, and takes place in a different continuity, there are still many points of commonality between the two films.


 * Both films were released in the early 2010s.


 * Both films spawned successful sequels and/or prequel films.


 * Both films were directed by James Wan.


 * Both films star Patrick Wilson as a central protagonist.


 * Both films include flashbacks that are expanded upon in future installments.


 * Both films involve haunted houses.


 * Both films involve possession.