The latest Rotten Tomatoes rating for The Conjuring: Last Rites is now public. Released on September 4, this final chapter in the The Conjuring saga, directed by Michael Chaves, follows the dramatized versions of famed ghost hunters Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga). This time, they face a demonic presence in a family’s home in Pennsylvania.
The ninth film in the Conjuring universe, Last Rites, introduces a fresh demonic challenge for the Warrens. The film, a collaborative production between New Line Cinema, Atomic Monster, and The Safran Company, and distributed by Warner Bros., earned a notable $8.5 million in its previews, setting a record for the franchise.
The Rotten Tomatoes ratings for Last Rites show a split between critics and audiences. At this point, out of 127 reviews, only 56% of critics have given the film a positive review, whereas 78% of the audience has enjoyed the film, indicating a more favorable reception from viewers.
Implications for The Conjuring: Last Rites
The Rotten Tomatoes score for Last Rites is the lowest at launch within the series, though this may change as more reviews come in. The original Conjuring film remains the top performer with an 86% critic approval and 83% audience approval. Its sequel saw a slight decline, with 80% from critics and 82% from audiences.
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Film
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Audience RT Score
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Critic RT Score
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The Conjuring
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83%
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86%
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The Conjuring 2
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82%
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80%
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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
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83%
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56%
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The Conjuring: Last Rites
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78%
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56%
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The third film from 2021, The Devil Made Me Do It, shares the same 56% critic score as Last Rites. However, it had a higher audience score of 83%, compared to the latest sequel’s 78%. Despite this, Last Rites still performs better than other spinoff projects from the universe, except for The Nun II which scored 72%.
Our Perspective on The Conjuring: Last Rites’ Mixed Rotten Tomatoes Score
The Conjuring: Last Rites has garnered both critiques and commendation. Critics noted that the film was hampered by pacing issues and a lack of suspense, which detracted from the overall experience. However, its focus on a classic haunted house investigation appealed to long-time fans of the series, leading to conflicting opinions.
Although Last Rites didn’t meet everyone’s expectations, its “fresh” audience score on Rotten Tomatoes suggests it’s still worth a watch. Notably, several prominent outlets like ScreenRant (8/10), Bloody Disgusting, and Collider have all provided favorable reviews of the film.
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