“Conjuring: First Communion” prequel casts Garrett Wareing and Amanda Fix as young Warrens

New Line Cinema has cast Garrett Wareing and Amanda Fix as young Ed and Lorraine Warren in “The Conjuring: First Communion,” a prequel set to release September 10, 2027. Director Rodrigue Huart will helm the film from a screenplay by Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg.

TL;DR

• Garrett Wareing (“The Long Walk”) plays young Ed Warren; Amanda Fix (“Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma”) plays young Lorraine Warren
• The prequel is the eleventh overall film in the Conjuring franchise following four main entries and multiple spinoffs
• Rodrigue Huart makes his feature directorial debut on the project
• The Conjuring Universe has grossed over $2.7 billion at the global box office, making it the highest-grossing horror franchise of all time

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A Fresh Start for Horror’s Supernatural Investigators

The Conjuring Universe continues its reign as horror’s most bankable franchise. Despite Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga’s farewell as the adult Warrens in last year’s “Last Rites”—which became the highest-grossing entry in the series—the studio is moving forward with the prequel.

The new casting moves away from Orion Smith and Madison Lawlor, who made an impression as younger versions of Ed and Lorraine in “Last Rites”. The shift signals a deeper dive into the Warrens’ origin story.

Who Are the New Young Warrens?

Garrett Wareing is a series regular on Netflix’s “Ransom Canyon,” which debuted at No. 1 in the U.S. and has been renewed for a second season. His recent film work includes Lionsgate’s “The Long Walk,” whose ensemble was recognized with the Robert Altman Award at the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards.

Amanda Fix made her film debut with “Broken Diamonds” and has appeared in “Kung Fu,” “High School,” and “Orphan Black: Echoes”. She will appear in this summer’s “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma,” which recently debuted at Cannes.

Behind the Camera

Rodrigue Huart is directing off a short film, making his feature debut a high-stakes venture. The script comes from Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg, who have worked on The Nun II and The Conjuring: Last Rites.

Peter Safran is producing for the Safran Company with the label’s John Rickard and Natalia Safran executive producing, alongside Romel Adam.

What to Expect: Plot and Tone

Plot specifics remain locked away in the Warrens’ paranormal case files. The prequel will explore the earlier years of Ed and Lorraine Warren before the cases that made them famous. It remains unclear whether Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga will appear in the film.

The title itself—”First Communion”—hints at spiritual awakening and ritual, suggesting the film will chart the Warrens’ first encounter with demonic forces rather than their later, famous investigations.

UK Release and Ratings Context

The Conjuring: First Communion arrives in UK cinemas on September 10, 2027. Given the trajectory of recent franchise entries, audiences can expect a comparable rating to its predecessor. The Conjuring: Last Rites received a 15 certificate in the UK for strong horror, violence, and injury detail.

The Franchise Never Dies

Since launching in 2013, the Conjuring Universe has become one of the biggest horror franchises in modern cinema, spanning nine films and multiple spinoffs. Beyond film, a Conjuring Universe television series is also reportedly in development, expanding the franchise into new territory.

Peter Safran, the franchise’s steward, has signaled there’s far more ground to cover. The prequel follows a simple but proven formula: take beloved paranormal investigators, age them backward, and let the demons loose.

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