Annabelle
“Before the Conjuring, there was Annabelle.”
Synopsis
A couple begins to experience terrifying supernatural occurrences involving a vintage doll shortly after their home is invaded by satanic cultists.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-21
Top Cast
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Annabelle Wallis
Mia Form
Ward Horton
John Form
Tony Amendola
Father Perez
Alfre Woodard
Evelyn
Eric Ladin
Detective Clarkin
Kerry O'Malley
Sharon Higgins
Brian Howe
Pete Higgins
Ivar Brogger
Dr. Burgher
Gabriel Bateman
Robert
Shiloh Nelson
Nancy
Morganna Bridgers
Debbie
Michelle Romano
Mary
Paige Diaz
Candy Striper
Tree O'Toole
Thin Woman; Annabelle
Trampas Thompson
Thin Man
Camden Singer
Clerk
Keira Daniels
Young Annabelle Higgins
Richard Allan Jones
Parishoner
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hollywood, California
Festival / Special Debut
May 7, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 20, 2015
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$6.5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$257.6M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
39.63x
+$251.1M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John R. Leonetti
- Screenplay & Story
- Gary Dauberman
- Original Score
- Joseph Bishara
- Original Title
- Annabelle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Budget
- $6.5M
- Worldwide Gross
- $257.6M
- Production Studios
- Atomic Monster, New Line Cinema, The Safran Company, RatPac Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John R. Leonetti
Gary Dauberman
Joseph Bishara
James Kniest
Tom Elkins
Hans Ritter, Peter Safran, James Wan, Richard Brener, Walter Hamada
Department Leadership Roster
John R. Leonetti
Director
Gary Dauberman
Writer
Peter Safran
Producer
James Wan
Producer
James Kniest
Director of Photography
Joseph Bishara
Original Music Composer
Tom Elkins
Editor
Bob Ziembicki
Production Design
Janet Ingram
Costume Design
Arthur J. Codron
Visual Effects Supervisor
Alex Daniels
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Annabelle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Annabelle about?
A couple begins to experience terrifying supernatural occurrences involving a vintage doll shortly after their home is invaded by satanic cultists.
Who directed Annabelle?
Annabelle was directed by John R. Leonetti.
Who stars in Annabelle?
The principal cast of Annabelle includes Annabelle Wallis, Ward Horton, Tony Amendola, Alfre Woodard, Eric Ladin.
When was Annabelle released and how long is it?
Annabelle was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
What was the box office and production budget of Annabelle?
Annabelle had a reported production budget of $6.5M and grossed $257.6M at the worldwide box office (39.63 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Annabelle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Annabelle was composed by Joseph Bishara.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Annabelle?
Annabelle holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).