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Franchise · 4 films · 2014–2023

John Wick Movies in Order

A neo-noir action thriller film series that follows Jonathan 'John' Wick, a former assassin, who comes out of retirement seeking vengeance for the theft of his vintage car and the murder of the puppy his deceased wife left to him.

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John Wick Watch Order

Release order
4
Total Films
2014
First Release
2023
Latest Release
7.5
Avg Rating

Every Film

Watch John Wick in Order

Watch the John Wick movies in release order, starting with John Wick (2014) and continuing through John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023). The series spans 4 films, released between 2014 and 2023. Audiences rate the franchise 7.5/10 on average.

What order should you watch John Wick?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch John Wick. 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.

John Wick 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 John Wick franchise

A neo-noir action thriller film series that follows Jonathan 'John' Wick, a former assassin, who comes out of retirement seeking vengeance for the theft of his vintage car and the murder of the puppy his deceased wife left to him.

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch John Wick?
The recommended John Wick watch order by release date is: 1. John Wick (2014), 2. John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), 3. John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019), 4. John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023).
What is the first John Wick movie?
The first John Wick movie is John Wick, released on October 16, 2014.
What is the most recent John Wick movie?
The most recent John Wick movie is John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023).
How many John Wick movies are there?
There are 4 movies in the John Wick franchise.
What is the highest-rated John Wick movie?
The highest-rated John Wick movie is John Wick: Chapter 4, with an audience score of 7.7/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch John Wick movies in order?
While each John Wick movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 4 films.
Where can I watch John Wick movies online?
Most John Wick movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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