The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)
The third chapter in the Conjuring saga rips its terror from real courtroom history, where demonic possession became a murder defense.
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
- Release Year: 2021
- Directed by: Michael Chaves
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 51m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Portuguese
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 26, 2021 (United Kingdom - 15), June 4, 2021 (United States - R), June 4, 2021 (Canada - 14A), July 1, 2021 (Germany - 16), June 9, 2021 (France - 12), June 3, 2021 (Australia - MA15+), June 4, 2021 (Brazil - 14), June 3, 2021 (Mexico - B), June 3, 2021 (Italy), June 4, 2021 (Spain - 16), June 3, 2021 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (CA), Trăind printre demoni 3 (RO), 死霊館3 (JP), Trăind printre demoni 3 (MD), Korku Seansı 3 (TR), Isvarymas 3 (LT), 컨저링 3 (KR), Obecność 3: Na rozkaz diabła (PL)
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema, The Safran Company, Atomic Monster
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Plot
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren encounter what would become one of the most sensational cases from their files. The fight for the soul of a young boy takes them beyond anything they'd ever seen before, to mark the first time in U.S. history that a murder suspect would claim demonic possession as a defense.
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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Michael Chaves
Main Cast
- Vera Farmiga
- Patrick Wilson
- Sterling Jerins
- Sarah Catherine Hook
- Ruairí O'Connor
- Julian Hilliard
- Charlene Amoia
- John Noble
- Eugenie Bondurant
- Shannon Kook
Writers
- David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick
- James Wan
Producers
- James Wan
- Peter Safran
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - FAQs
Is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on the real 1981 case of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, who became the first person in U.S. history to use demonic possession as a criminal defense. Ed and Lorraine Warren investigated the case, which began with an exorcism performed on Johnson's girlfriend's younger brother, David Glatzel.
Where can you stream The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?
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Who are the main actors in this film?
The film stars Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren and Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren, reprising their iconic roles from the Conjuring franchise. The supporting cast includes Ruairí O'Connor, Sarah Catherine Hook, Julian Hilliard, John Noble, Eugenie Bondurant, Sterling Jerins, Charlene Amoia, and Shannon Kook.
What is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It about?
The film follows paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they probe a murder case in which the defendant, Arne Johnson, claims he was possessed by a demon. The investigation uncovers a dark occult conspiracy and pushes the Warrens into their most dangerous and legally unprecedented case yet.
What is the age rating for this movie?
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects intense horror violence, disturbing images, and some strong language throughout the film. Viewers under 17 require accompanying parent or adult guardian in U.S. theaters.
Who directed The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?
The film was directed by Michael Chaves, who took over the franchise from James Wan. Chaves previously directed The Curse of La Llorona (2019), another entry in the Conjuring Universe. James Wan, who helmed the first two Conjuring films, served as a producer and co-writer on this installment.
How long is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It has a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes (111 minutes). It is the third main entry in the Conjuring franchise and runs slightly shorter than its predecessor, The Conjuring 2, which clocked in at approximately 134 minutes.
How did critics receive The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?
Critical reception was mixed but leaning positive. The film earned around 56% on Rotten Tomatoes, with reviewers praising Farmiga and Wilson's performances but noting the story felt less focused than earlier entries. Audiences responded more warmly, and the film grossed over $206 million worldwide against a $39 million budget.
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