What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Nun II
Michael Chaves · Film · 2023
If you loved The Nun II, start with The Exorcist (Jeremy Slater, 2016) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Nun II across media.
If you loved the harrowing battle between faith and ancient demonic forces in The Nun II, these stories will terrify you.
Books on the same thread
Play Nice
Rachel Harrison · Book
Shares 2 threads with The Nun II: demonic possession, gothic horror.
Much like the investigation in The Nun II, this story centers on the chilling reality of demonic possession and the dark family secrets that often accompany such hauntings.
The Exorcist
William Peter Blatty · Book · 1971
Shares 2 threads with The Nun II: Demonic Possession, Religious Horror.
As the definitive exploration of demonic possession, this classic novel mirrors the intense struggle between faith and evil that defines the core conflict in The Nun II.
Doctor Sleep: A Novel
Stephen King · Book · 2013
Shares 2 threads with The Nun II: Good vs Evil, Supernatural Horror.
This story captures the same high-stakes battle between good and evil found in The Nun II, focusing on those uniquely gifted individuals tasked with protecting the innocent from harm.
Fairy Tale
Stephen King · Book
Explores: coming of age, good versus evil, interdimensional travel.
If the epic clash of good versus evil in The Nun II captivated you, this narrative offers a similar struggle set against a backdrop of inherited mystery and danger.
Series on the same thread
IT: Welcome to Derry
Andy Muschietti · Series · 2025
Explores: Childhood Trauma, Ancient Evil, Group of Friends.
The sense of dread surrounding an ancient, lurking evil in this series echoes the investigative urgency and supernatural terror that Sister Irene faces throughout The Nun II.
Evil
Michelle King · Series · 2019
Explores: Skepticism vs. Faith, Good vs. Evil, The Nature of Belief.
This series perfectly mirrors the investigative focus of The Nun II, pitting skeptical inquiry against the terrifying reality of demonic possession and the enduring nature of belief.
The Exorcist
Jeremy Slater · Series · 2016
Shares 3 threads with The Nun II: Demonic Possession, Supernatural Horror, Religious Horror.
By focusing on priests tackling a case of demonic possession, this series captures the exact spiritual warfare and religious tension that drives the plot of The Nun II.
Midnight Mass
Mike Flanagan · Series · 2021
Shares a thread with The Nun II: Religious Horror.
The arrival of a mysterious priest bringing both miracles and ominous secrets will resonate with anyone drawn to the religious horror themes present in The Nun II.
Podcasts on the same thread
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: mental health awareness, female friendship, coping mechanisms.
If The Nun II hit, My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark shares the thread.
Encuentro Paranormal Podcast
Podcast
Explores: paranormal events, ghost encounters, supernatural experiences.
If the accounts of supernatural phenomena in The Nun II kept you on edge, these real-life paranormal experiences provide a similarly chilling exploration of the unknown.
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Common questions
Is The Nun II a direct continuation of the first film?
The Nun II follows Sister Irene as she investigates a violent murder in 1956 France. She once again encounters the powerful evil she faced previously, marking her continued struggle against this supernatural force in a new setting years after the events of the original story.
What is the primary setting for The Nun II?
The Nun II is set in 1956 France. The narrative focuses on the investigation of a priest who is violently murdered, which leads Sister Irene to confront a powerful evil once again as she travels through the country to uncover the truth behind the crime.
Who is the main protagonist in The Nun II?
Sister Irene is the main protagonist in The Nun II. After a priest is violently murdered in 1956 France, she is tasked with investigating the incident, which forces her to come face-to-face with a powerful evil that she has encountered in the past.
What event triggers the plot of The Nun II?
The plot of The Nun II is triggered by the violent murder of a priest in 1956 France. This event prompts Sister Irene to begin an investigation into the circumstances of the death, eventually leading her to confront a powerful evil that she has faced before.