World Broadcast Premiere: T+E’s Bathsheba: Search For Evil Tells the Unbelievable True Story of the Perron Family, Who Lived in the World’s Most Famous Haunted House that Inspired the Horror Film, The Conjuring - Blue Ant Media (2024)

The original documentary special features the most in-depth interview the Perron family has ever given on camera, never-before-seen photos of the farmhouse and archives from paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine Warren

Paranormal investigator Erin Goodpipe travels to the Rhode Island farmhouse to revisit the terrifying claims made in the Hollywood blockbuster film

Premieres on Monday, October 11 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on T+E during the channel’s highly-anticipated annual Creep Week event

World Broadcast Premiere: T+E’s Bathsheba: Search For Evil Tells the Unbelievable True Story of the Perron Family, Who Lived in the World’s Most Famous Haunted House that Inspired the Horror Film, The Conjuring - Blue Ant Media (1)


(Toronto, ON – September 22, 2021)
T+E’s new original two-part documentary special Bathsheba: Search For Evil (2×60’) ventures back-in-time to recognize one of the most insidious demonic possessions as it shows audiences the chilling true story behind James Wan’s supernatural horror film and worldwide phenomenon, The Conjuring. The documentary special begins on the present-day Arnold Estate. As activity continues to be felt in the home today, paranormal investigator Erin Goodpipe, quelling her own fear, travels to the Rhode Island farmhouse to explore claims made in the Hollywood movie starring Vera Farmiga. Bathsheba: Search For Evil sets the record straight on the Perron family’s true story versus the Hollywood happy ending and unearths archives of the world famous paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine Warren, who attempted to help them. The entire Perron family were terrorized by an evil paranormal presence, a 19th-century ghost believed by many to be a witch named Bathsheba Sherman, who allegedly haunted generations of families that had taken residence within her remote grounds. Anchored by first-hand accounts from the living Perron family members, Bathsheba sets out to separate fact from fiction, discovering the truth that lies beneath the blockbuster film. The world broadcast premiere of Bathsheba: Search For Evil airs Monday, October 11 at 9 p.m. ET/PT during T+E’s highly-anticipated annual Creep Week event, running from Saturday, October 9 to Sunday, October 17.

“Halloween is our favourite time of year on T+E, and the level of talent and exclusive chilling programming we have lined-up for Creep Week is truly incredible,” says Craig Junner, VP, Programming, Canadian Media, Blue Ant Media. “We’ve got the world broadcast premiere of the new T+E original special, Bathsheba: Search For Evil, a true story that inspired the blockbuster horror movie The Conjuring. The two-part documentary includes interviews with the Perron family who lived in this haunted house. It doesn’t get scarier than that.”

Bathsheba: Search For Evil is the most accurate depiction of what really happened to my family. This is the most extensive interview our family has ever given about our paranormal experiences in that farmhouse growing up,” says Andrea Perron. “You will hear some stories for the very first time in this documentary, and they’re much scarier and far more intense than what the Hollywood film depicted.”

Bathsheba Sherman, born 1812, was on the surface, a normal farm wife, but rumours defined her. Myths claimed she was malicious, demonizing her. The townspeople hated her, believing she killed a baby with a sewing needle and sacrificed it to the devil in exchange for eternal youth and beauty. But, others speculate she was misrepresented. Whatever truth exists, Bathsheba’s spirit remains and is restless. Perhaps, because of false accusations beyond the grave or possibly, because she really is malevolent.

Bathsheba: Search For Evil breathes new life into an old story. In addition to still-living witness accounts, viewers who tune-in to Bathsheba: Search For Evil on Monday, October 11 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, can look forward to terrifying encounters and recreations, hearing from the farmhouse’s current owners Cory and Jennifer Heinzen, local historians and paranormal expert insights. Along with Bathsheba’s story, the special also examines a shockingly high number of tragedies connected to the farm.

Bathsheba: Search For Evil includes:

  • Part 1 – Is Bathsheba a witch?
    While the Perron family separates their truth from Hollywood’s hype, paranormal investigator Erin Goodpipe heads to Harrisville, Rhode Island to get to the bottom of the rumours surrounding the witch, Bathsheba Sherman.
  • Part 2 – Who is haunting the Old Arnold Estate?
    Paranormal investigator Erin Goodpipe steps inside the Old Arnold Estate to find out who or what is haunting this Rhode Island property. Abandoned by their community, and plagued with increased spiritual activity, the Perron family adapts to their home and fights until the end.

Bathsheba: Search For Evil is a Blue Ant Media original commission produced by Toronto-based Cream Productions for T+E. Sunny Grewal is the Series Producer and Director. Kate Harrison Karman serves as Executive Producer. Robin Bicknell is the Consulting Producer and Francine Dibacco is Co-Producer. Overseeing the series for T+E is Sam Linton, Head of Original Content for Blue Ant Media’s Canadian channels. Blue Ant International oversees international licensing for Bathsheba: Search For Evil.

T+E’s Creep Week returns with the most hours of paranormal programming in its five-year history. Visit T+E to find out more about your favourite ghostly series and join the conversation on social using the hashtags #CreepWeek #ChannelYourFear #Bathsheba.
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World Broadcast Premiere: T+E’s Bathsheba: Search For Evil Tells the Unbelievable True Story of the Perron Family, Who Lived in the World’s Most Famous Haunted House that Inspired the Horror Film, The Conjuring - Blue Ant Media (2024)

FAQs

Is the story of Bathsheba Sherman true? ›

It is the spirit of Bathsheba Sherman that causes all the mayhem in the movie. The real-life Bathsheba Sherman did not die by suicide after sacrificing her son. She died in Burrillville in 1885 at age 73, with her son, Herbert Leander Sherman, living another 18 years, into his 50s.

What is the true story behind The Conjuring house? ›

The Haunting Legacy of the Harrisville Farmhouse

In 1971, the Perron family moved into a notorious farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island, unaware of its dark history. The house had been home to a series of tragedies, including the infamous acts of Bathsheba Sherman, believed to be a witch.

What happened to Andrea Perron? ›

Perron, who currently lives in Georgia with her mother, Carolyn, is happy to return to the state where it all began – she referred to Rhode Island as the “gem in the crown that we call the U.S.” Perron will discuss her experiences and her belief that the scientific and spiritual worlds have to merge in common purpose.

When did Carolyn Perron levitate? ›

The paranormal phenomenon reached a dangerous crescendo in 1973 with an ill-fated seance conducted by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren during which Carolyn Perron was apparently possessed by a malevolent entity which levitated her and spoke through her in an unknown language before casting her to the ...

How old was Bathsheba when David impregnated her? ›

Bath-sheba, the granddaughter of Ahithophel, David's famous counselor, was only eight years and eight months of age when her son Solomon was born, while some maintain that she was not older than six (Sanh. 69b).

Who got possessed in The Conjuring 1? ›

One morning, Bathsheba appears to Carolyn and fully possesses her. That night, the group hears a spirit luring Cindy into the wardrobe, where she reveals a secret passage.

Is the Annabelle doll real? ›

Annabelle is an allegedly-haunted Raggedy Ann doll, housed in the now closed occult museum of the paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Annabelle was moved there after supposed hauntings in 1970. A character based on the doll is one of the antagonists that appear in The Conjuring Universe.

Who is still alive in the Perron family? ›

For the first time since experiencing terrifying events alongside renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren at their Rhode Island farmhouse in the 1970s, the entire surviving Perron family — including parents Roger and Carolyn, along with their children Andrea, Cindy, Christine and Nancy — will return to ...

How scary is The Conjuring? ›

Terrifying theme

The movie isn't that scary, only the ending when [spoiler alerts!] attempts to murder her child. Expect a few bloody scenes, and a scary looking witch. However, the theme is much scarier than the movie, so be ready for an amazing drama/horror film.

Does anyone live in The Conjuring House now? ›

After the agreement, Nuñez moved into the new home Thursday. The Globe reported that she is not afraid of whatever spirits the house has currently. She hasn't yet felt anything unusual in the house, the news outlet said. However, there is no telling when that feeling could come.

How did April Perron pass away? ›

The youngest Perron sister, April, who was 5 when the family moved from Cumberland to the house in 1971, died in 2017 of an accidental overdose from a fentanyl patch prescribed in connection with a surgery.

Was The Nun based on a true story? ›

Summary. The Nun II's story takes inspiration from a real life legend. While the movie takes liberties with its real inspirations, it builds a connection between Irene and Lorraine Warren. The Conjuring Universe still has stories to tell but The Nun II's real inspiration revealed a key piece of the puzzle.

Is The Conjuring the Devil Based on a true story? ›

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It is based on the true story of the Glatzel family's alleged experiences with demonic possession and Arne Cheyenne Johnson's murder trial.

Is The Conjuring timeline based on a true story? ›

Starting as a 1970s ghost series, based on the real life investigations of married paranormal snoops Lorraine and Ed Warren, The Conjuring Universe has sprawled into a franchise that not only keeps track of the Warrens' demon-busting adventures, but also delves further into the haunted backstories of these cases with ...

Where is the story of Bathsheba found? ›

The biblical narratives featuring Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11-12; 1 Kings 1-2) entail adultery and bloodshed, prophetic rebuke and tragic consequences, and the breaking and making of the throne. From his roof, King David (reigns c. 1005–965 BCE) sees beautiful Bathsheba, wife of Uriah, bathing, and he lies with her.

Where is Bathsheba Sherman buried? ›

Harrisville Cemetery

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