The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

In 1981, renowned demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren investigate the troubling case of 8-year-old David Glatzel. The young boy is plagued by a malevolent spirit, drawing his family, including his sister Debbie and her boyfriend Arne, into a horrifying ordeal.

During an intense exorcism ritual, Arne Johnson acts boldly by inviting the demon to possess him instead of David. This pivotal moment results in Arne being overtaken by the dark entity, which leads to unforeseen consequences for everyone involved.

As Ed Warren witnesses the demonic transfer from David to Arne during the exorcism, he suffers a heart attack and falls into a coma. His condition leaves Lorraine to confront the malevolent forces alone, amplifying the stakes of their investigation.

Once he recovers, Ed shares a chilling insight with Lorraine about Arne's possession. Lorraine, sensing impending doom, rushes the police to a nearby kennel where they believe a tragedy is about to unfold.

Under the control of the demon, Arne Johnson brutally stabs his landlord Bruno Sauls 22 times. This heinous act marks a turning point in the case, thrusting Arne into the spotlight of a murder investigation.

The case against Arne becomes historic as it becomes the first American murder trial to claim demonic possession as a defense. The Warrens dive deep into the investigation to understand the origins of David's possession and Arne's actions.

The Warrens discover a sinister occultist's curse linked to a witch’s totem, leading them to a former priest named Kastner. He reveals that a malicious cult member had intentionally cursed the Glatzel family, affecting David's fate.

Investigating further, the Warrens learn about the violent death of Katie Lincoln, who was also stabbed 22 times. A connection is made to a missing friend, Jessica, suggesting a wider demonic influence at play.

Lorraine experiences a horrifying vision of Jessica stabbing Katie before taking her own life. This revelation aids detectives in locating Jessica's body, deepening the ties between the occult and the tragic events.

Lorraine seeks out the occultist at a funeral home, where she connects with a corpse to access hidden knowledge. This chilling encounter brings her closer to understanding the dark forces manipulating their lives.

The search for the occultist leads the Warrens to indicative artifacts, including the cursed totem hidden among black roses. They realize that to break the curse, the occultist's altar must be destroyed, navigating a race against time.

Desperate for information, Lorraine revisits Kastner, who reveals his tragic past involving his daughter Isla. It becomes evident that Isla has turned into the very occultist they are pursuing, complicating their mission.

In a gripping showdown, Ed confronts the demon lurking in dark tunnels while teetering on the edge of possession. Lorraine's reminder of their love helps him regain control, leading to a critical moment of hope amidst despair.

With newfound clarity, Ed destroys the occultist's altar, which ultimately frees Arne and David from the demon's grasp. The confrontation reveals the occultist's fate, as she is killed by the very demon she aimed to control.

In the aftermath of their harrowing ordeal, Ed adds remnants of the altar to their collection, signifying victory over darkness. Arne receives only a five-year sentence for manslaughter and marries Debbie, while Ed gifts Lorraine a replica of their first kiss's gazebo, celebrating their enduring bond.