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Franchise · 3 films · 1998–2004

Blade Movies in Order

Blade is a film franchise based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, starring Wesley Snipes as Blade, the half-human/half-vampire who is possessed with the same powers as his bloodsucking brethren, but without the weaknesses that can destroy them. Acting as a modern day Van Helsing, Blade sets out to foil plans by a legion of the undead to wipe out mankind.

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The Saga Timeline

Blade Watch Order

Release order
3
Total Films
1998
First Release
2004
Latest Release
6.4
Avg Rating

Every Film

Watch Blade in Order

Watch the Blade movies in release order, starting with Blade (1998) and continuing through Blade: Trinity (2004). The series spans 3 films, released between 1998 and 2004. Audiences rate the franchise 6.4/10 on average.

What order should you watch Blade?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch Blade. This is how the story was crafted and revealed to audiences — earlier films seed details, callbacks, and twists that pay off in later entries. Watching in release order preserves those reveals and matches the pacing the filmmakers intended.

Blade largely tracks its own in-universe chronology, so release order and chronological order overlap closely. You can use either without losing much, though release order is still the safest first watch.

About the Blade franchise

Blade is a film franchise based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, starring Wesley Snipes as Blade, the half-human/half-vampire who is possessed with the same powers as his bloodsucking brethren, but without the weaknesses that can destroy them. Acting as a modern day Van Helsing, Blade sets out to foil plans by a legion of the undead to wipe out mankind.

Each film builds on the previous one, rewarding viewers who watch in sequence.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch Blade?
The recommended Blade watch order by release date is: 1. Blade (1998), 2. Blade II (2002), 3. Blade: Trinity (2004).
What is the first Blade movie?
The first Blade movie is Blade, released on August 21, 1998.
What is the most recent Blade movie?
The most recent Blade movie is Blade: Trinity (2004).
How many Blade movies are there?
There are 3 movies in the Blade franchise.
What is the highest-rated Blade movie?
The highest-rated Blade movie is Blade, with an audience score of 6.8/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch Blade movies in order?
While each Blade movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 3 films.
Where can I watch Blade movies online?
Most Blade movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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