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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021): Cast & Where to Watch

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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It is a 2021 mystery thriller directed by Michael Chaves, starring Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren, Sterling Jerins and Patrick Wilson. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $206.4 million worldwide on a $39 million budget. Critics gave it 56% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Stream it on HBO Max, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
56%
worldwide gross
$206.4M
Echo Score
58
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 52m (112 min)
Director
Michael Chaves
Genres
Mystery , Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$39M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It About?

The premise of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren are thrust into a disturbing case involving a young man claiming demonic possession. As the situation escalates, it leads to a shocking crime, forcing the Warrens to confront a terrifying and unprecedented legal defense invoking supernatural forces. They must determine the truth behind the events and protect the soul of a desperate boy.

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • year 1981
  • the conjuring universe
  • totem
  • demonic possession
  • satanism
  • cursed totem
  • demon
  • devil
  • satanic ritual
  • possessed child
  • gazebo
  • chainsaw
+38 more
  • dog kennel
  • heart attack
  • husband wife relationship
  • brookfield connecticut
  • stabbed to death
  • waterbed
  • crawlspace
  • crawl space under a house
  • rat
  • satanist
  • danvers massachusetts
  • reference to elvis presley
  • girlfriend visits boyfriend in prison
  • dangling off a cliff
  • daughter kills father
  • sledgehammer
  • levitating man
  • scene during end credits
  • archive footage
  • preliminary hearing
  • not guilty plea
  • listening to car radio
  • cellar
  • suicide attempt
  • suicide attempt by slitting wrists
  • suicide watch
  • dropping a vase
  • breaking a vase of flowers
  • vase of flowers
  • dead flower
  • possession
  • murder investigation
  • malevolence
  • demonic entity
  • holy water
  • priest
  • courtroom scene
  • convulsion
Where to watch

Where to Watch The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

Stream it on HBO Max, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Cast & Characters

Vera Farmiga leads the cast as Lorraine Warren, with Sterling Jerins as Judy Warren and Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren. Directed by Michael Chaves; 21 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 56% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 58/100, strongest in character & emotion (68) and weakest in art & craft (48).

58 /100

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Echo Score Breakdown

The film delivers a uneven experience that oscillates between competent genre fixtures and noticeable shortcomings. Critics consistently note a decline in the series' originality and a reliance on familiar tropes, while a minority praise the emotional resonance of the Warrens' relationship. Audience reactions mirror this split, with enthusiastic fans applauding the performances and skeptics criticizing the lack of fresh storytelling. Overall, the movie offers modest entertainment for devoted viewers but fails to satisfy broader expectations.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 48

    In terms of direction and visual craft, the film shows limited innovation and uneven execution. Critics point to a pedestrian aesthetic and a failure to establish a distinct identity, while a few acknowledge the director's attempt at melodramatic tension. User commentary echoes this, citing the absence of James Wan's influence as a drawback and noting occasional scene-level issues. The cumulative impression is that the technical aspects fall short of the series' earlier standards.

  • Character & Emotion 68

    When it comes to character work, the performances of Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson receive notable commendation. Reviews highlight the emotional resonance of the Warrens' partnership and the actors' ability to sustain audience engagement. Some user reviews echo this appreciation, praising Vera's portrayal. Though a handful of critiques mention generic character handling, the prevailing sentiment supports a solid, if not exceptional, character foundation, contributing positively to the film's appeal.

  • Story & Flow 57

    The narrative structure balances familiar horror beats with attempts at new direction, resulting in mixed reactions. Critics criticize the shift from classic haunting to murder focus and label the plot as predictable, while others note improved pacing and a more engaging storyline than the immediate predecessor. User feedback similarly splits, with some applauding the plot’s intrigue and others deeming it a regression. Overall, the story lands in a middling zone, offering limited novelty.

  • Sensory Experience 66

    Sensory elements, including sound design and visual styling, garner modest praise. Reviewers acknowledge the film's atmospheric moments and a maximized cinematic aesthetic that enhances tension. However, the jump‑scares are described as predictable, and some viewers find the overall sensory impact less striking than earlier entries. The consensus suggests a competent, though not groundbreaking, sensory experience that supports the horror mood without redefining it.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Rewatch value appears limited, with the film delivering enough genre comfort for dedicated fans but lacking the depth for repeated viewings. Critics note it provides a fix for the franchise’s audience yet fall short of offering fresh surprises. User comments reflect a similar split, with enthusiastic supporters expressing interest in future installments while detractors view the entry as expendable. Consequently, the movie’s lasting appeal remains moderate at best.

Plot

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1981, renowned demonologists Ed Warren and Lorraine Warren find themselves deeply involved in a harrowing case involving the exorcism of 8-year-old David Glatzel, which is attended by his family members, including Debbie Glatzel, her boyfriend Arne Johnson, and Father Gordon (Steve Coulter). During the intense ritual in the town of Brookfield, Connecticut, Arne boldly invites the demon to take over his own body instead of David’s, a moment that leads to dire consequences.

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Box office

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Box Office & Budget

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It grossed $206.4 million worldwide on a $39 million budget, 5.3 times what it cost. $65.6 million came from the US and Canada and $140.8 million (68%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$206.4M

5.3× its budget

US & Canada
$65.6M
International
$140.8M
Budget
$39M
US & Canada 32% Rest of the world 68%
Videos

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Trailers & Videos

9 videos: 4 trailers, 2 clips and 3 featurettes.

All 9 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer – Warner Bros. UK & Ireland
  • Trailer Final Trailer – Warner Bros. UK & Ireland
  • Trailer Final Trailer
  • Clip The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It | 2021 | Clip: "Mitigating Circumstances" HD
Quiz

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Cars

Cars in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

35 cars on screen, including the 1968 AMC Ambassador and the 1984 Dodge Diplomat.

All 35 cars
  • 1968 AMC Ambassador in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 1968 AMC Ambassador Important role
  • 1984 Dodge Diplomat in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 1984 Dodge Diplomat Important role
  • 1968 Chevrolet Camaro in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Minor role
  • 1986 Chevrolet Caprice in The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It 1986 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role
Details

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Also Known As

66 alternative titles, including “Conjuring: Sous l'emprise du Diable” and “컨저링 3”.

Also known as
  • Conjuring: Sous l'emprise du Diable
  • 컨저링 3
  • Invocação do Mal 3
  • Заклинанието 3
  • Conjuring 3 – Im Banne des Teufels
  • 死霊館3
  • Isvarymas 3
  • Trăind printre demoni 3
  • Obecność 3: Na rozkaz diabła
  • The Conjuring 3: A Obra do Diabo
  • Заклятие 3: По воле дьявола
  • V zajatí démonov 3: Prinútil ma k tomu diabol
+54 more
  • 厲陰宅3:是惡魔逼我的
  • Korku Seansı 3
  • The Conjuring 3: The Devil Made Me Do It
  • The Conjuring 3
  • Ám Ảnh Kinh Hoàng 3: Ma Xui Quỷ Khiến
  • Conjuring 3 : Sous l'emprise du Diable
  • La Conjuration : Sous l'emprise du diable
  • The Conjuring 3 - Per ordine del Diavolo
  • El conjuro 3: el diablo me obligó a hacerlo
  • 詭屋驚凶實錄 3 :魔旨 漢語 (zh-HK)
  • เดอะ คอนเจอริ่ง คนเรียกผี 3 มัจจุราชบงการ
  • Démonok között 3. – Az ördög kényszerített
  • Conjuring 3
  • The Conjuring : Sous l'emprise du Diable
  • לזמן את הרוע: בשליחות השטן
  • לזמן את הרוע 3: השטן גרם לי לעשות את זה
  • 死霊館 悪魔のせいなら、無罪。
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان أجبرني على فعل ذلك
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان أجبرني على فعلها
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان جعلني أصنع ذلك
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان جعلني أقوم بذلك
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان أجبرني على القيام بذلك
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان جعلني أفعلها
  • الشعوذة 3
  • Trăind printre demoni: E mâna diavolului
  • Expediente Warren: Obligado por el demonio
  • Закляття 3: За велінням диявола
  • 컨저링 3: 악마가 시켰다
  • Conjuring : Sous l'emprise du Diable
  • Заклинанието 3: Демоничният убиец
  • V zajetí démonů 3: Na ďáblův příkaz
  • The Conjuring - Per ordine del diavolo
  • Invocação do Mal 3: A Ordem do Demônio
  • Conjuring 3: Im Bann des Teufels
  • Korku Seansı 3: Katil Şeytan
  • 招魂3
  • Nattens dæmoner 3
  • Prizivanja 3: Kriv je Sotona
  • La conjuration : sous l’emprise du diable
  • Kirottu 3: Paholaisen vallassa
  • Démonok között 3: Az ördög kényszerített
  • Ám Ảnh Kinh Hoàng: Ma Xui Quỷ Khiến
  • Išvarymas 3: Velnias privertė mane tai padaryti
  • לזמן את הרוע 3: בשליחות השטן
  • Το Κάλεσμα 3: Ο Διάβολος με Έβαλε να το Κάνω
  • 詭屋驚凶實錄 3:魔旨
  • Призивање зла: Ђаво ме је натерао
  • الشعوذة: الشيطان جعلني أفعل ذلك
  • احضار ۳: شیطان مرا وادار کرد
  • Ļaunuma izsaukšana: Man to lika darīt velns
  • Priklicano zlo 3: Kriv je Satan
  • The Conjuring 3: Im Bann des Teufels
  • L’expedient Warren: Obligat pel dimoni, წყევლა 3
  • द कोन्जूरिंग: मुझसे ये शैतान ने करवाया

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FAQ

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It FAQ: Where to Watch & Cast

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

When was The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It released?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It was released on June 4, 2021.

Who directed The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It was directed by Michael Chaves.

More films by Michael Chaves

Who is in the cast of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It stars Vera Farmiga as Lorraine Warren, Sterling Jerins as Judy Warren and Patrick Wilson as Ed Warren, among 21 credited actors.

Where can I watch The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It?

In the US, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It is streaming on HBO Max and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It make at the box office?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It grossed $206.4 million worldwide ($65.6 million domestic, $140.8 million international) on a budget of $39 million.

How is The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It rated?

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 56% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It have a post-credit scene?

No. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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