The Conjuring 2

At the end of The Conjuring 2, the Warrens successfully confront and banish the demon Valak, who had manipulated the spirit of Bill Wilkins and terrorized the Hodgson family. Lorraine discovers Valak’s true name, which is the key to defeating it, and she uses her knowledge to force the demon back to hell, freeing Janet from its influence. This victory not only saves the Hodgson girl but also prevents Ed from falling to his apparent fate—an impending death Lorraine had envisioned. The climax reveals that Bill Wilkins wasn’t truly malicious but was being used as an unwitting pawn by Valak, which had forced him to haunt the house to serve its sinister plans.

Valak’s presence in the film sets up a broader villain within the franchise, expanding the universe beyond individual hauntings. The demon’s recurring appearances in subsequent films like The Nun and The Nun II show its ongoing threat and influence, hinting at a darker, overarching evil behind many of the franchise’s supernatural events. Its history ties into other demonic lore, such as the possession involved with the Annabelle doll, and highlights how powerful and malevolent this entity is.

The film also broadens the scope of the Warrens’ work, showing that supernatural threats are not limited to a single location but span across different countries and involve other investigators. The opening scene, set at the Amityville house, underscores this global reach, establishing that the Warrens’ encounters are just parts of a larger network of paranormal activity. The ending leaves open the possibility that Valak’s evil may resurface, especially considering its mysterious and ancient origins, hinting that the battle against such dark forces is far from over. The story concludes with the implication that the Warrens’ fight against evil continues, setting the stage for future stories in the franchise. Meanwhile, the real Hodgson family’s lives after the haunting suggest they struggled emotionally but eventually moved on, with some facing lingering doubts or supernatural echoes in their post-trauma lives. The film’s ending not only provides a victorious resolution but also expands the mythos of the Warrens’ supernatural universe, hinting at the ongoing battle between good and evil that still looms.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 09:00