The 5 Scariest Truths About 'The Conjuring' Real Story: What The Perron Family Says Now
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The Key Players: A Biographical Look at the Perrons and the Warrens
The events depicted in *The Conjuring* center on two families whose lives became intertwined in the early 1970s. Understanding their backgrounds is crucial to dissecting the true story.Andrea Perron: The Eldest Daughter and Author
- Born: 1958 in Rhode Island.
- Role in the Haunting: Eldest of the five Perron daughters (Andrea, Nancy, Christine, Cindy, and April).
- Education: Graduated from Chatham College in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an interdisciplinary degree in philosophy and English.
- Post-Haunting: Authored the trilogy *House of Darkness House of Light* (Volume One, Two, and Three), which is her detailed account of the seven years the family lived in the house.
- Current Stance: She has been the most vocal family member, confirming the reality of the haunting but disputing the accuracy and sensationalism of the movie's portrayal.
Ed and Lorraine Warren: Paranormal Investigators
- Ed Warren (Edward Warren Miney): (September 7, 1926 – August 23, 2006). He was a self-taught demonologist and author.
- Lorraine Warren (Lorraine Rita Moran): (January 31, 1927 – April 18, 2019). She was a professional clairvoyant and trance medium.
- Legacy: They founded the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR) in 1952. Their cases—including the Annabelle doll, the Amityville Horror, and the Enfield Poltergeist—form the backbone of *The Conjuring* Universe.
- Controversies: The Warrens are highly divisive figures in the paranormal field. Critics and some families from their cases (like the Amityville and Annabelle cases) have claimed the Warrens fabricated or sensationalized details for media attention, book sales, and personal gain.
The 5 Biggest Differences Between the Movie and the Real Events
While the film *The Conjuring* (directed by James Wan) is a masterpiece of modern horror, the true events experienced by the Perron family in the 1970s Rhode Island farmhouse were fundamentally different, often in ways that are even more unsettling.1. The Haunting Lasted for Years, Not Weeks
In the movie, the Perron family’s ordeal seems to reach a terrifying climax over a short, intense period, culminating in a dramatic exorcism attempt. The reality, however, was a slow, agonizing descent into terror that lasted for nearly a decade. The Perrons moved into the Old Arnold Estate in 1971 and did not leave until 1980. The haunting was a seven-year-long ordeal, with the family growing accustomed to the presence of some spirits, even befriending one they called "Manny."2. The Warrens’ Involvement Was Brief and Controversial
The film portrays Ed and Lorraine Warren as heroic figures who arrive and ultimately save the family. In reality, their involvement was much shorter. Roger Perron, the father, allegedly kicked the Warrens out of the house after a single, terrifying incident involving his wife, Carolyn Perron. The true climax of the haunting was not a cinematic exorcism led by the Warrens. It involved a séance that Lorraine Warren conducted, during which Carolyn Perron reportedly became possessed, speaking a foreign language and levitating in her chair. This event so distressed Roger Perron that he demanded the Warrens leave immediately, fearing for his wife's mental stability.3. Bathsheba Sherman Was Not the Only Spirit
The movie focuses heavily on the malevolent spirit of Bathsheba Sherman, a suspected witch from the 19th century who allegedly cursed the land. While Bathsheba was indeed the most aggressive spirit, the Perron family claimed the house was filled with numerous entities—up to 20 different spirits, both malevolent and harmless. The history of the property, built around 1736, involves a tragic past with multiple deaths, including several children who drowned in a nearby creek, a murder, and suicides by hanging in the attic. This complex history suggests the haunting was a cumulative effect of decades of tragedy, not solely the work of one vengeful witch.4. The Real-Life Possession Was Far More Disturbing
The film’s possession sequence involving Carolyn Perron is highly dramatized, but the real account from Andrea Perron is arguably more disturbing. The real haunting focused on Carolyn, the mother, who was physically abused by the entities. Andrea described her mother being pinched, slapped, and shoved by unseen forces. The psychological and physical toll on Carolyn was the primary reason the family eventually moved to Georgia in 1980, unable to afford to leave sooner.5. The House’s Current Owners Have Different Experiences
The infamous Rhode Island farmhouse (also known as the Old Arnold Estate) is now a globally recognized tourist hotspot. It is currently owned by Jacqueline Nuñez, who does not live there but manages the property with a team of caretakers. Interestingly, the owners who purchased the home immediately after the Perrons moved out reported no paranormal activity whatsoever. However, more recent owners have embraced the house’s reputation, offering tours, investigations, and overnight rentals, though the property has faced legal troubles and temporary closures as a paranormal attraction. This contrast in experiences raises questions about whether the haunting is tied to the family, the location, or the power of suggestion.The Lasting Legacy of the Warrens and the Conjuring Universe
The sensationalized version of the Perron family case launched the entire *The Conjuring* Universe, which has since explored other controversial Warren cases, such as the Enfield Poltergeist and the Smurl Haunting. The latest installment, *The Conjuring: Last Rites*, is reportedly based on the Smurl Haunting, a case from 1986 involving claims of demonic torment that lasted over a decade. Despite the box-office success and cultural impact of the films, the debate over the Warrens' credibility remains central to the narrative. The fact that the Perron family's own account—detailed in Andrea Perron’s books—paints a picture so different from the movie only adds to the mystery. Whether the events were true demonic possession, psychological distress, or a combination of both, the story of the Perron family and the Old Arnold Estate continues to captivate and terrify a global audience. The real horror, as Andrea Perron suggests, is often found in the small, persistent truths buried beneath the Hollywood fiction.
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