The first reactions to the sequel<\/a> have now landed via social media, and going by what critics have been saying, it looks like the Conjuring<\/a> films may be going out on a high.<\/p>\n What to Read Next<\/p>\n “They saved the scariest & most emotional chapter for last with #TheConjuringLastRites \/ #TheConjuring,” wrote<\/a> Courtney Howard. “A spooky, creepy, unwaveringly unnerving fright fest of freak-outs & a loving tribute to familial perseverance. Patrick Wilson & Vera Farmiga remain the \u2764\ufe0f & soul.”<\/p>\n Tessa Smith suggested<\/a> it was “worthy” and “the perfect ending”, adding: “Scares are top notch & family dynamics make it an emotional story. Fans will be more than satisfied with this one. Lots of references & Easter eggs. Loved it!”<\/p>\n Warner Bros.<\/p>\n Related: Best streaming services<\/a><\/p>\n Peter Gray said<\/a> fans of the franchise should “vibe” with the film, even if it “doesn\u2019t reinvent the wheel”, adding: “There\u2019s a comfort in seeing Wilson and Farmiga take on their ‘demon of the week.’ Some genuinely good scares here too and a nice sense of finality.”<\/p>\n Last Rites was further called<\/a> “a solid conclusion” that “further proves that it\u2019s some of the very best casting of all time” by Collider’s Perri Nemiroff.<\/p>\n “Yes, I like some Conjuring movies more than others, but the one thing that has never wavered is how abundantly clear it is that Wilson & Farmiga are giving every ounce of themselves to these roles,” the critic added.<\/p>\n Giles Keyte\/\/Warner Bros.<\/p>\n Related: The Conjuring 4 is “ruthless” with a “terrifying” opening: “It’s going to take people off-guard”<\/a><\/p>\n “Their warmth and determination as Ed & Lorraine has been wildly magnetic since day one, and now I can confirm that remains true to the finish.”<\/p>\n However, it hasn’t been all praise, with Jonathan Sim labelling<\/a> the film “a mediocre entry to a long-running horror franchise”.<\/p>\n “While it\u2019s nice to see Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga\u2019s final outing as the Warrens, it feels like a lesser version of a tired Conjuring template,” he added. “Not as scary and surprisingly dull at times.”<\/p>\n The Conjuring: Last Rites is released in cinemas on 5 September.<\/p>\n Digital Spy’s new print issue is here! Buy Oasis – Live in ’25<\/a> in newsagents or online<\/a>, now priced at just \u00a38.99. Sam is a freelance reporter and sub-editor who has a particular interest in movies<\/a>, TV<\/a> and music. 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