Fans of the horror movie “The Conjuring” will be excited to know that a spin-off movie is in the works for the famous haunted doll, Annabelle. Schmoesknow.com  reports that the director of photography in the James Wan-directed film, John R. Leonetti, will helm the spin-off movie. Production is expected to begin early 2014.

*update:‘ The Conjuring’ Spin-Off Title and Release Date Revealed

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It has been stated that the Annabelle doll is one of the most unusual cases of a possessed object on record

Based on true events, “The Conjuring” tells the horrifying tale of how world renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren were called upon to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in a secluded farmhouse. Forced to confront a powerful demonic entity, the Warrens find themselves caught in the most terrifying case of their lives.

Also see: 15 Most Terrifying Horror Dolls

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Annabelle was the focus of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren during the early 1970s

The creepy horror movie made for only $20 million, smashed the box office with an impressive $313 million worldwide. “The Conjuring” is not done scaring us just yet, a sequel is already in the works with Chad and Carey Hayes penning the script. Vera Farmiga (Lorraine) and Patrick Wilson (Ed) are expected to reprise their roles as the curious paranormal investigators.