“The Conjuring: Last Rites” (2025) serves as the climactic conclusion to the Conjuring series, bringing Ed and Lorraine Warren back for their final investigation. Set in 1986, five years after the events of “The Devil Made Me Do It,” the film follows the Warrens as they come out of retirement to tackle the infamous Smurl family haunting in West Pittston, Pennsylvania. The Smurls reported a series of terrifying paranormal events, including physical assaults, disembodied voices, and foul odors, which the Warrens attributed to the presence of multiple spirits, including a malevolent demon. This installment also introduces the Warrens’ now-adult daughter, Judy (played by Mia Tomlinson), who is beginning to exhibit her mother’s clairvoyant abilities. The narrative delves into themes of legacy, faith, and the personal toll of a life dedicated to confronting evil. Directed by Michael Chaves and written by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Ian Goldberg, and Richard Naing, the film emphasizes emotional depth over spectacle, providing a heartfelt farewell to the franchise’s central characters.