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Franchise · 5 films · 2002–2018

The Scorpion King Movies in Order

The Scorpion King collection is a spin-off to The Mummy Returns and follows the story of Mathayus and his rise to become the Scorpion King. The franchise began with the 2002 film The Scorpion King, directed by Chuck Russell and starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kelly Hu, Grant Heslov, and Michael Clarke Duncan.

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The Scorpion King Watch Order

Release order
5
Total Films
2002
First Release
2018
Latest Release
5.2
Avg Rating

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Watch The Scorpion King in Order

Watch the The Scorpion King movies in release order, starting with The Scorpion King (2002) and continuing through Scorpion King: Book of Souls (2018). The series spans 5 films, released between 2002 and 2018. Audiences rate the franchise 5.2/10 on average.

What order should you watch The Scorpion King?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch The Scorpion King. 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.

The Scorpion King 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 Scorpion King

The Scorpion King collection is a spin-off to The Mummy Returns and follows the story of Mathayus and his rise to become the Scorpion King. The franchise began with the 2002 film The Scorpion King, directed by Chuck Russell and starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kelly Hu, Grant Heslov, and Michael Clarke Duncan.

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch The Scorpion King?
The recommended The Scorpion King watch order by release date is: 1. The Scorpion King (2002), 2. The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008), 3. The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption (2012), 4. The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power (2015), 5. Scorpion King: Book of Souls (2018).
What is the first The Scorpion King movie?
The first The Scorpion King movie is The Scorpion King, released on April 18, 2002.
What is the most recent The Scorpion King movie?
The most recent The Scorpion King movie is Scorpion King: Book of Souls (2018).
How many The Scorpion King movies are there?
There are 5 movies in the The Scorpion King franchise.
What is the highest-rated The Scorpion King movie?
The highest-rated The Scorpion King movie is Scorpion King: Book of Souls, with an audience score of 5.9/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch The Scorpion King movies in order?
While each The Scorpion King movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 5 films.
Where can I watch The Scorpion King movies online?
Most The Scorpion King movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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