Conjuring spinoff Annabelle begins filming, adds Alfre Woodard to cast

Last Updated on August 5, 2021

Earlier this week we brought you the news that "The Killing"'s Eric Ladin and "Justified" actor Brian Howe had joined the cast of New Line's upcoming THE CONJURING spinoff ANNABELLE, and now we have word of another talented name joining the now-filming production.

Variety is reporting that 12 YEARS A SLAVE actress Alfre Woodard has joined the production of ANNABELLE, which began shooting this week in Los Angeles. No word yet as to what character Woodard will be portraying, but she will be starring opposite the previously announced Annabelle Wallis and Ward Horton.

As previously reported, John Leonetti, who served as the cinematographer on THE CONJURING, is directing from a script by Gary Dauberman. Peter Safran is producing, while THE CONJURING director James Wan is among the executive producers.