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The Nun II

The Nun II is a 2023 American gothic supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Nun II is a 2023 American gothic supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves. It is a sequel to The Nun (2018) and the eighth installment in The Conjuring Universe, following Sister Irene as she confronts the demon Valak again in 1956 France.

Premise

The story follows Sister Irene as she investigates a violent death in France and discovers that the demon Valak has returned. The film continues the supernatural conflict introduced in The Nun.

Production

The film was directed by Michael Chaves and written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and Akela Cooper. Peter Safran and James Wan served as producers.

Cast

Returning performers include Taissa Farmiga as Sister Irene, Jonas Bloquet, and Bonnie Aarons as Valak. Storm Reid and Anna Popplewell are among the newer additions.

Release and reception

The Nun II premiered in U.S. theatres on September 8, 2023. It received mixed reviews from critics but performed strongly at the box office, grossing about $269 million worldwide.

Key facts

  • The film is a sequel to The Nun (2018) and part of The Conjuring Universe.
  • It is a 2023 American gothic supernatural horror film directed by Michael Chaves.
  • Taissa Farmiga, Jonas Bloquet, and Bonnie Aarons reprise roles from the earlier film, with Storm Reid and Anna Popplewell joining the cast.
  • The story is set in 1956 France and centers on Sister Irene investigating a priest’s murder and encountering Valak again.
  • It was a commercial success, grossing about $269 million worldwide.
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Canadian context

The Nun II was distributed in Canada through the same Warner Bros. Pictures release as in other major markets, and it is part of a globally marketed franchise with a substantial Canadian horror audience.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Nun II?
The Nun II is a 2023 American gothic supernatural horror film and a sequel to The Nun (2018).
Who directed The Nun II?
Michael Chaves directed the film.
When was The Nun II released?
It was released in the United States on September 8, 2023.
Who stars in The Nun II?
The cast includes Taissa Farmiga, Jonas Bloquet, Bonnie Aarons, Storm Reid, and Anna Popplewell.
What is The Nun II about?
It follows Sister Irene in 1956 France as she investigates a murder and confronts the demon Valak again.
How did The Nun II perform at the box office?
It grossed about $269 million worldwide.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nun_II
    Supports: director, writers, producers, cast, franchise placement, release date, box office
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10160976/plotsummary/
    Supports: plot setting in 1956 France and Sister Irene facing Valak again
  3. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-nun-ii-movie-review-2023
    Supports: plot details involving Sister Irene, Debra, and Valak
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_nun_ii
    Supports: release date, runtime, rating, box office, genre
  5. Common Sense Media — https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/the-nun-ii
    Supports: director, cast, runtime, rating, release date
  6. IGN — https://www.ign.com/movies/the-nun-2
    Supports: release date and genre
  7. New Line Cinema — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QF-oyCwaArU
    Supports: official trailer information about release and franchise positioning