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Franchise · 2 films · 2016–2022

Doctor Strange Movies in Order

This series tells the story of neurosurgeon Stephen Strange who, after losing the ability to use his hands after a car accident, seeks the help of The Ancient One to become a Master of the Mystic Arts known as Doctor Strange.

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Doctor Strange Watch Order

Release order
2
Total Films
2016
First Release
2022
Latest Release
7.3
Avg Rating

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Watch Doctor Strange in Order

Watch the Doctor Strange movies in release order, starting with Doctor Strange (2016) and continuing through Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). The series spans 2 films, released between 2016 and 2022. Audiences rate the franchise 7.3/10 on average.

What order should you watch Doctor Strange?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch Doctor Strange. 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.

Doctor Strange 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 Doctor Strange franchise

This series tells the story of neurosurgeon Stephen Strange who, after losing the ability to use his hands after a car accident, seeks the help of The Ancient One to become a Master of the Mystic Arts known as Doctor Strange.

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch Doctor Strange?
The recommended Doctor Strange watch order by release date is: 1. Doctor Strange (2016), 2. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022).
What is the first Doctor Strange movie?
The first Doctor Strange movie is Doctor Strange, released on October 25, 2016.
What is the most recent Doctor Strange movie?
The most recent Doctor Strange movie is Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022).
How many Doctor Strange movies are there?
There are 2 movies in the Doctor Strange franchise.
What is the highest-rated Doctor Strange movie?
The highest-rated Doctor Strange movie is Doctor Strange, with an audience score of 7.4/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch Doctor Strange movies in order?
While each Doctor Strange movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 2 films.
Where can I watch Doctor Strange movies online?
Most Doctor Strange movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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