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What began as a revenge story over a stolen car and a murdered puppy became one of the defining action franchises of its era. The four main films run in a straight line, so release order is all you need.
The four main films play out in real time, so release order is also chronological order. The only thing to place is the Ballerina spin-off — more on that below.
John Wick in release order
John Wick2014A retired hitman is pulled back in after a brutal home invasion.
John Wick: Chapter 22017A blood oath forces Wick into one more job — and a bounty on his head.
John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum2019Declared excommunicado, Wick is hunted across the globe.
John Wick: Chapter 42023Wick fights for his freedom against the High Table.
Spin-offs
Ballerina2025"From the World of John Wick: Ballerina" — a side story set between Chapters 3 and 4.
The Continental2023A three-part prequel series set in 1970s New York.
Where Ballerina fits
The spin-off Ballerina takes place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, just before Chapter 4. So for a chronological watch:
- Watch John Wick through Chapter 3 – Parabellum in order.
- Slot in Ballerina next, as it overlaps the end of Chapter 3.
- Finish with Chapter 4.
The prequel series The Continental is set decades earlier and can be watched any time.
Track the saga in Cinopsys
Four relentless films (plus the spin-offs) make for a perfect action marathon. In Cinopsys you can build a John Wick list, tick each one off as you watch, and see your runtime and ratings. It's free, with no ads.
Yeah, he's back
Press play on the 2014 original, and let Cinopsys keep count of the rest.
Frequently asked questions
What order should I watch the John Wick movies?
Use release order: John Wick (2014), Chapter 2 (2017), Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) and Chapter 4 (2023). For the four main films, release order is also chronological order.
How many John Wick movies are there?
There are four main films from 2014 to 2023, plus the 2025 spin-off film Ballerina and the prequel TV series The Continental.
Where does Ballerina fit in the timeline?
Ballerina is set during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, just before Chapter 4 — so chronologically it slots in between those two films.
How can I track which John Wick movies I've watched?
Use Cinopsys: build a John Wick list, mark each film as watched, and see your progress and stats. It's 100% free with no ads.