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Franchise · 7 films · 2000–2019

X-Men Movies in Order

A superhero film series about a team of mutant superheroes based on the Marvel Comics superheroes of the same name.

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X-Men Watch Order

Release order
7
Total Films
2000
First Release
2019
Latest Release
6.8
Avg Rating

Every Film

Watch X-Men in Order

Watch the X-Men movies in release order, starting with X-Men (2000) and continuing through Dark Phoenix (2019). The series spans 7 films, released between 2000 and 2019. Audiences rate the franchise 6.8/10 on average.

What order should you watch X-Men?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch X-Men. 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.

Chronological order is a valid alternative if you want the in-universe timeline to play out linearly. X-Men includes prequels or flashbacks that take place earlier in its story, so a chronological rewatch can change which moments land as surprises versus setups. First-time viewers should still start with release order.

About the X-Men franchise

A superhero film series about a team of mutant superheroes based on the Marvel Comics superheroes of the same name.

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch X-Men?
The recommended X-Men watch order by release date is: 1. X-Men (2000), 2. X2 (2003), 3. X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), 4. X-Men: First Class (2011), 5. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014), 6. X-Men: Apocalypse (2016), 7. Dark Phoenix (2019).
What is the first X-Men movie?
The first X-Men movie is X-Men, released on July 13, 2000.
What is the most recent X-Men movie?
The most recent X-Men movie is Dark Phoenix (2019).
How many X-Men movies are there?
There are 7 movies in the X-Men franchise.
What is the highest-rated X-Men movie?
The highest-rated X-Men movie is X-Men: Days of Future Past, with an audience score of 7.5/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch X-Men movies in order?
While each X-Men movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 7 films.
Where can I watch X-Men movies online?
Most X-Men movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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