Comedian Matt Rife Acquires Warren Occult Museum, Including Haunted Annabelle Doll

Comedian Matt Rife has purchased the Warren Occult Museum, which includes a haunted collection of 750 artifacts, including the infamous Annabelle doll. Rife, along with YouTuber Elton Castee, leased the artifacts as part of the home purchase. The museum was created by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who inspired the Conjuring films. Rife plans to open the house for overnight stays and museum tours.

Comedian Matt Rife and YouTube star Elton Castee have made a significant acquisition in the world of paranormal history by purchasing the home and museum of legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. The acquisition includes a vast collection of 750 haunted artifacts, most notably the infamous Annabelle doll, which has been featured in popular horror films like Annabelle and The Conjuring [2]. The purchase was announced on August 1, 2025, through a TikTok video where Rife expressed his excitement about becoming the "legal guardian" of the Annabelle doll and other spooky artifacts [3].

The Warren Occult Museum, located in Monroe, Connecticut, has been a popular destination for paranormal enthusiasts for many years. It was established by Ed and Lorraine Warren to showcase their extensive collection of haunted items, including cursed paintings, ritual tools, and relics. The museum's closure in 2019 due to legal restrictions on the number of haunted objects has left fans eager for its reopening [3].

Rife and Castee plan to reopen the museum for public tours and, more intriguingly, to offer overnight stays in the haunted house. This unique blend of horror and comedy is set to attract a wide range of visitors, from paranormal enthusiasts to those seeking a thrilling experience [3]. The new owners, however, do not have permanent ownership of the artifacts; they are merely the "legal guardians and caretakers" for at least the next five years [3].

The acquisition of the Warren Occult Museum is a testament to Rife's passion for paranormal research and his commitment to bringing unique experiences to his audience. While the financial details of the purchase have not been disclosed, the potential for increased revenue from museum tours and overnight stays is significant. The success of this venture could potentially set a precedent for other comedians and entertainers looking to diversify their income streams through unique and niche experiences [3].

References:
[1] https://www.reddit.com/r/lastpodcastontheleft/comments/1mfaptu/comedian_matt_rife_and_his_friend_bought_ed_and/
[2] https://search.yahoo.com/search?fr2=p:fp,m:tn,ct:all,kt:org,pg:1,stl:txt,b:&fr=fp-tts&p=Matt+Rife
[3] https://www.primetimer.com/features/matt-rife-and-elton-castee-to-open-annabelle-doll-s-warren-occult-museum-to-the-public