13 Horror Films Similar to The Conjuring

The Conjuring-verse – one of the most successful horror franchises in cinematic history – has captivated audiences worldwide, amassing over $2 billion at the global box office despite its modest production budgets. Created by James Wan, the visionary director behind Furious 7 and co-creator of the Saw franchise, The Conjuring began as a chilling dramatization of real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. From this foundation, the series expanded into a sprawling universe, delving into the origins of malevolent entities like The Nun and cursed artifacts such as the Annabelle doll.

As fans eagerly await the release of The Conjuring: Last Rites in September—the fourth and final main installment—we’ve curated a list of 13 spine-tingling films that deliver the same eerie atmosphere, supernatural dread, and ghostly terror that define the Conjuring experience. These movies explore haunted houses, demonic possessions, and cursed objects, offering the perfect fix for horror enthusiasts craving that familiar sense of unease.

Before diving in, don’t forget to revisit all nine films in the Conjuring universe: The Conjuring, Annabelle, The Conjuring 2, Annabelle: Creation, The Nun, The Nun 2, The Curse of La Llorona, Annabelle Comes Home, and The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. For viewing options, check out our guide on where to stream the entire franchise.

Now, here are 13 must-watch movies like The Conjuring to keep your pulse racing.

Insidious (2010)

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Director: James Wan | Writer: Leigh Whannell | Stars: Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, Barbara Hershey | Release Date: September 14, 2010

From the mind of James Wan and written by his longtime collaborator Leigh Whannell comes Insidious, a haunting tale that shares DNA with The Conjuring—both in tone and cast. Starring Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne, the film follows a couple who discover their comatose son’s soul is trapped in a realm known as “The Further,” hunted by vengeful spirits. With James Wan directing the first two installments, the series delivers slow-burn suspense, terrifying visuals, and emotional depth. The franchise includes five films: Insidious, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, The Last Key, and The Red Door. A sixth entry was slated for August 2025 but has been delayed to August 2026.

Insidious
Alliance Films
Apr 1, 2011
PG-13

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The Changeling (1980)

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Director: Peter Medak | Writer: William Gray, Diana Maddox, Russell Hunter | Stars: George C. Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas | Release Date: March 28, 1980

A masterclass in atmospheric horror, The Changeling follows a grieving composer who moves into a historic Seattle mansion, only to uncover a century-old mystery tied