Release Dates Announced for ‘Conjuring’ Prequel, J.J. Abrams & Keanu Reeves Films
Warner Bros has announced key release dates for several high-profile films, including a prequel to the popular Conjuring franchise. One of the most anticipated projects is J.J. Abrams’ sci-fi venture, The Great Beyond, starring Glen Powell and Jenna Ortega. This film is scheduled for release on November 13, 2026, and will be available in IMAX.
Upcoming Warner Bros Releases
On the same date, The Great Beyond will compete with Paramount’s Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, featuring Johnny Depp and directed by Ti West. This announcement marks the first news about The Great Beyond, which has been kept under wraps. The cast also includes Emma Mackey, Sophie Okonedo, Merritt Wever, and Samuel L. Jackson.
Notable Release Dates
- The Great Beyond: November 13, 2026 (IMAX)
- Panic Carefully: February 26, 2027 (IMAX)
- Untitled Tim Miller/Keanu Reeves Film: August 13, 2027
- The Conjuring: First Communion: September 10, 2027
Panic Carefully, written and directed by Sam Esmail, features a star-studded cast including Julia Roberts, Eddie Redmayne, and Elizabeth Olsen. This film will also be shown in IMAX while competing against Universal’s CoComelon Movie.
Details on Tim Miller and Keanu Reeves’ Project
The untitled film by Tim Miller and Keanu Reeves is set in the Caribbean. The storyline involves a smuggler navigating a dangerous job while encountering pirates, dead bodies, and sharks—all within a time loop. As of now, it is scheduled to be released on August 13, 2027, and will face competition from a Universal Blumhouse project.
The Conjuring: First Communion Insights
The Conjuring: First Communion is directed by Rodrigue Huart and features a script by Richard Naing and Ian Goldberg. Information about the film’s connection to the original series is limited, particularly regarding whether Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga will reprise their roles as the Warrens. Warner Bros had previously reserved the September 10, 2027 date for this release, making it a significant entry into the horror genre.
Warner Bros continues to shape its release calendar with these exciting titles, ensuring a packed schedule for fans in the coming years.
