'Conjuring, Annabelle, The Nun': Top 7 horror cult classics that Netflix will now own after Warner Bros buyout

The Conjuring launched supernatural paranormal investigation horror franchise phenomenon globally. James Wan directed Patrick Wilson Vera Farmiga investigating haunted farmhouse cases authentically. Ed Lorraine Warren paranormal investigator characters established horror protagonists worldwide recognition. Demonic possession narrative connected haunted artefacts explaining supernatural phenomena cinematically. Franchise expanded multiple sequels spinoffs interconnected universe mythology continuously developing.

Annabelle 2014 spinoff established possessed doll becoming horror antagonist cultural icon. Prequel origin story explained demonic artefact connection Conjuring universe mythology expansion. Real paranormal investigation cases inspired possessed doll narrative foundation authenticity. Supernatural possession narrative explored through young couple encountering haunted artefact directly. Spinoff trilogy continued exploring possessed doll creating horror merchandise collectibles extensively.

The Nun established gothic supernatural horror set Romanian convent mysterious atmosphere. Taissa Farmiga investigated demonic nun Valak confronting paranormal entities directly theatrically. Character prequel connected Conjuring universe mythology developing shared supernatural universe expansion. Demonic villain Valak established horror antagonist fan-favourite spawning collectible merchandise globally. Sequel continuation developed nun mythology expanding supernatural threat narrative complexity further.

IT 2017 adapted Stephen King novel redefined horror blockbuster standards modern filmmaking. Bill Skarsgård Pennywise clown terrified Losers Club children navigating supernatural terror narrative. Ancient entity mythology connected small-town paranormal investigation exploring childhood trauma themes. Chapter division split narrative adapting lengthy source material theatrical distribution strategically. Franchise achieved critical acclaim audience recognition establishing horror adaptation benchmark standards.

The Exorcist is a groundbreaking American supernatural horror film directed by William Friedkin. It tells the story of a young girl, Regan MacNeil, who becomes possessed by a demonic entity named Pazuzu, and her mother's desperate attempts to save her through an exorcism conducted by two priests. The film is famous for shocking audiences upon its release and is widely considered one of the scariest movies ever made. It was the first horror film ever nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.

Poltergeist is a classic American supernatural horror film directed by Tobe Hooper and produced by Steven Spielberg. The story follows the suburban Freeling family whose home is invaded by ghosts that kidnap their youngest daughter, Carol Anne, trapping her in a spectral dimension within the house's television set. The film is notable for its blend of suburban family warmth and intense, frightening paranormal activity, becoming a major commercial success and receiving several Academy Award nominations.

Gremlins is a horror-comedy film directed by Joe Dante and executive produced by Steven Spielberg. The story begins when a father buys a mysterious exotic creature called a "Mogwai" (Gizmo) as a pet for his son, Billy Peltzer.