The Conjuring

The Conjuring is a supernatural horror film directed by James Wan and written by Chad Hayes and Carey W. Hayes that was released in the United States in 2013. It is the first chapter in the Conjuring Universe series. Ed and Lorraine Warren, paranormal investigators and authors related to major haunting incidents, are played by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga. The story began when Ed and Lorraine Warren work to help a family that had been experiencing increasingly distressing happenings at their Rhode Island farmhouse in 1971.

Critics complimented the actors, director, storyline, atmosphere, and musical score, and it earned favorable reviews. Despite a $20 million budget, it generated nearly $319 million worldwide. On June 10, 2016, a sequel, The Conjuring 2, was released.

Detailed Information:
Directed by: James Wan
Starring: Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Ron Livingston, Lili Taylor
Release dates: July 15, 2013 (Cinerama Dome)/July 19, 2013 (United States)
Running time: 112 minutes