Insidious Movies In Order (Release Date Order At A Glance)
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If you’re looking to watch the Insidious movies in order, then you’re in for a scare-filled treat. The series is about a family who is targeted by spirits and other dark entities, and it will have you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.
The series consists of 5 terrifying films that will have you fearing the dark once again. So if that sounds enjoyable to you, let’s get started and get you ready to watch these films in the correct order!
Insidious Movies In Order Of Release Date
To kick us off we’ll be covering the Insidious movies in order of their release dates first. There have been a total of 4 films released so far with the original dating back to 2010 and the most recent to 2018.
There is a 5th film in the works but there isn’t enough information yet for us to add it. But we’ll update this post once we know more. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about each movie including a trailer, synopsis, where you can watch each film, and more
1. Insidious
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Insidious Movie Description
After moving into a new home, the son of the family falls into a coma, and they believe the house is haunted.
Determined to save their son, they take extreme measures in hopes of expelling the evil from their child’s body.
2. Insidious: Chapter 2
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Insidious: Chapter 2 Movie Description
Renai (Rose Byrne) and Josh Lambert (Patrick Wilson) are still trying to recover from the evil spirits that possessed their son. Things are still not quite right, especially with Josh.
Unbeknownst to Renai, he is also possessed. To free his soul and finally defeat the malevolent forces around them, Lorraine Lambert (Barbara Hershey) and her ghost-hunting friends investigate the past.
3. Insidious: Chapter 3
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Insidious: Chapter 3 Movie Description
Quinn Brenner’s (Stefanie Scott) mother died when she was young, but she believes that her mother is still trying to communicate with her. She seeks out the help of gifted psychic Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye), but Elise is reluctant to use her abilities because of a tragic past.
After Quinn is attacked, her father begs Elise for assistance. With the help of two parapsychologists, Elise journey deep into The Further to find a demon with an insatiable hunger for human souls.
4. Insidious: The Last Key
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Insidious: The Last Key Movie Description
The brilliant Elise Rainier receives a disturbing phone call from a man who claims his house is haunted. When she and her two investigative partners travel to the home, they discover that it is the house where Elise grew up as a child.
They also find that the demon she accidentally set free years earlier is still there. With the help of her partners, Elise must confront and find a way to destroy the demon.
Insidious Movies In Order Chronologically
That about covers it for the insidious movies in order of their release dates! But what if you want to watch the films in chronological order?
Well, fret not, we’ve got you covered! The order does change quite a bit since there were a few prequels after the first Insidious movie. Below you’ll find an overview of these films in their chronological order.
- Insidious: Chapter 3 (2015)
- Insidious: The Last Key (2018)
- Insidious (2010)
- Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013)
Insidious Movies FAQs
Now that you know how to watch all the Insidious movies in order, we’re going to cover a few more of the most frequently asked questions about this terrifying franchise!
Are You Supposed To Watch Insidious In Order?
No, you do not have to watch the movies in order of their timeline and can just watch them in order of release date. However, it does make for a completely awesome and different viewing experience if you decide to watch them in chronological order!
Does Insidious Have To Do With Conjuring?
No, the two franchises are completely unrelated even though sometimes it seems they may be connected.
Is Insidious Based On A True Story?
The franchise is based on real-life paranormal investigators named Ed Warren and Lorraine Warren just like in the films.
