This is a timeline of galactic historya chronological record of important events relevant to the galaxy. Strap in, because the timeline of all the star wars films and shows is full of twists and turns and tons of overlap. The unit of measurement used in reference to time is the galactic calendar, of which is based on the battle of yavin serving as the intermediate whereupon time before the pivotal moment is denoted as bby abbreviation of before the battle of yavin, whilst dates following which are. Three years later, and the new star wars canon contains over 50 films, tv shows, comics, novels, and more, quickly rebuilding one of the most expansive storytelling universes of all time. What is the chronological order of the star wars movies. The first seasons of the clone wars were peculiar in that episodes didnt air in chronological order. Here we present a perfect timeline of star wars films. Just found out that i was thinking of something completely different. Theres technically no right way to watch all of the star wars films some fans like to watch them in release order, others prefer chronological timeline order, and certain fans enjoy a. Early on, film adaptations were a high priority for star wars titles. It doesnt take place at the same time as the force awakens or particularly illuminates bazines actions during the movie. A complete timeline of every star wars movie and tv show insider. Sep 14, 2012 without a doubt, the most often asked question ive been asked since the clone wars started four years ago is, how does the clone wars fit into the existing expanded universe clone wars timeline. Here are plot summaries for the entire big screen star wars.
Solo a star wars story 2018 due for a may 25 release date 41 years exactly since the release of the original, episode iv, solo is the first chronological introduction we get into one of. In 2014, the star wars expanded universe was decanonized, paving the way for an entirely new generation of stories. The skywalker saga is over, and you might be wondering how to watch the star wars movies in order now that the rise of skywalker is out on home video. Caravan of courage, as it turns out, is an ewok movie star wars droids will also never be on this particular list for the same reason why star wars rebels will never be on this list get off the interwebs. How to watch the star wars movies in order toms guide. Jan 22, 2016 in under 3 minutes, follow the history of the releases of the star wars cinematic endeavors on a canon timeline is followed from the year 1977 to 2020. Spark of rebellion, on disney channel on october 3, 2014. Star wars rebels is an animated television series set during the time frame between the films star wars. In under 3 minutes, follow the history of the releases of the star wars cinematic endeavors on a canon timeline is followed from the year 1977. Dec, 2019 given the countless star wars movies and tv shows dedicated to offering the sagas complete story, there is a lot to catch up on, but lets look at the timeline in chronological order. May 24, 2017 star wars battlefront 2 is going to be part of this brand new canon, which actually allows all the star wars content to flow in one single timeline and one massive story. Chronological order of star wars movies popsugar entertainment. It seems a tall order, but this referenceheavy offering is the best of the spinoffs so far.
A new hope is the original movie, featuring heroes from left mark hamill, carrie fisher and harrison ford. Dec, 2016 the events of the film fit right into the middle of the star wars timeline, which will get even more complicated with several planned sequels and spinoffs hitting theaters in the coming years. Feb 19, 2020 so, heres the list of every single star wars film in chronological narrative order. Every star wars movie in chronological order screenrant. Here are plot summaries for the entire big screen star. The chronological timeline order of the star wars movies in. So, to save you some anguish, weve put every major star wars movie, from the phantom menace to the rise of skywalker, in chronological order. Star wars movies and tv shows in chronological order. So you want a star wars binge and want to watch the movies in order. Between 1977 and 2018 there have been a total of 10 star wars movies and if you are keen enough, a star wars marathon would take 22 hours and 25 minutes. May 06, 2015 with the release of the final episodes of clone wars, lucasfilm officially announced the full chronological sequence for all 121 episodes and the theatrical release within the star wars timeline. The chronology of the star wars fictional universe is subject to change as george lucas has revised his films and deemed the revised reversions to be definitive. Dec 17, 2019 star wars canon timeline in chronological order.
If youve ever wondered how the sprawling star wars universe all fits together, look no further than the newly unveiled chronology of movies. The star wars saga famously takes place a long time ago, but trying to pinpoint where each movie fits into the overall timeline can be as difficult as making the kessel run in less than 12. How the mandalorian fits in the star wars timeline time. How to watch the star wars movies in order techradar. The best order to watch every movie and tv show, from the mandalorian to the last jedi. Find out just how the rebels got their hands on the death star plans, and wait until the end to see darth vaders single coolest sequence. Star wars movie timeline how to watch in chronological order.
A complete timeline of every star wars movie and tv show. With the release of the final episodes of clone wars, lucasfilm officially announced the full chronological sequence for all 121 episodes and the theatrical release within the star wars timeline. Insider made a timeline to show how those new stories about existing characters will fit into the chronological timeline of events in all the movies and tv shows fans are already watching. Star wars is a huge franchise thats been releasing films since 1977 heres how to watch all of them in the correct chronological order. Our star wars timeline explains both the release and chronological orders of the. Star wars is a massively popular movie franchise, but the correct order of the films gets more confusing every year. How star wars movies tv shows go in chronological order. Theres technically no right way to watch all of the star wars films. Star wars timeline the ultimate star wars canon timeline. May 04, 2016 the star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe. Weve put together a timeline, in chronological order as opposed to order of release of all the star wars films, animated shows, spinoffs, and.
It premiered worldwide as a onehour television movie, star wars rebels. Fan writers such as nathan butler sugment this and in butlers work, star. Every star wars movie, tv series and animation in correct chronological order heres a recap of the star wars saga in two minutes. The clone wars episodes and movie are listed here in chronological order. For anyone who needs help keeping the story straight, here is the chronological.
Since our first trip to a certain galaxy far, far away in 1977, weve seen the republic fall. Regular episodes aired for four seasons on disney xd, from october, 2014 to march 5. In addition to showing the chronological progression of star wars games, the timelines various sorting options draw attention to a number of observations. What new star wars film is kevin feige developing, and which iconic star wars character will star in it. May 28, 2018 the star wars saga famously takes place a long time ago, but trying to pinpoint where each movie fits into the overall timeline can be as difficult as making the kessel run in less than 12. Watching the movies in episodic order lines the films up chronologically and, as it happens, is series. It gathers all events into one chronological continuity.
And like weve mentioned the star wars battlefront 2 story is taking a bit of a different tack. Chronological order of star wars movies just in case youve forgotten, heres the chronological order of the star wars films. Clone wars chronological timeline star wars wiki guide ign. Episode ii attack of the clones 2002 aside from a handful of beautiful individual shots, attack of the clones is somewhat of a slog to watch. If you want to watch films in order of the events that happen, and thus. How do rise of skywalker, the mandalorian, the obi wan kenobi. The film seeks to continue the storylines set up in the phantom menace but it is mostly remembered for slipping frequently into a melodramatic romance. Star wars order timeline 19772020 explained in 3 minutes. How to watch all the stars wars movies in chronological order. The chronological timeline order of the star wars movies. It might take a bit of a headscratch to know what order to marathon the story in. The clone wars chronological episode order lucasfilm presents the official sequential order for the beloved animated series, including all 121 shows and the original feature film. A viewing order made popular by fans, machete order uses a mix of release and chronological order in order to preserve the big twist in the empire strikes.
May, 2019 an entire film based on the first paragraph of the title crawl from the original movie of the original trilogy. Given the countless star wars movies and tv shows dedicated to offering. The star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe. A chronology of star wars games cheese talks to himself. It doesnt hurt to know when they take place in the star wars timeline. The events of the film fit right into the middle of the star wars timeline, which will get even more complicated with several planned sequels and spinoffs hitting theaters in the coming years. This is the star wars movie list youre probably looking for. With all the star wars films coming out these days, you could be forgiven for not keeping track of what the chronological order of them is. Where does star wars battlefront 2 fit in the timeline. Star wars timeline from phantom menace to rise of skywalker.
Star wars timeline page 4 of 12 the ultimate star wars. Last year, the star wars sequel trilogy mounted by disney came to a close after a tumultuous fiveyear stint at the forefront of modern blockbuster cinema. Dec 01, 2019 that being said, most of the star wars movie timeline isnt in chronological order, and the recent prequels that take place decades before the latest installments havent made things easier for newbies at all. Given the countless star wars movies and tv shows dedicated to offering the sagas complete story, there is a lot to catch up on, but lets look at the timeline in chronological order. The star wars timeline can be as tricky to navigate as the kessel run. Han helps the resistence destroy the first orders planetmunching machine isnt there always one of those in a star wars movie. The chronological timeline order of the star wars movies feb 19, 2020. Rather confusingly, the star wars movies were released out of order with episode iv starting the. How to watch all the star wars movies in order here are 7 options. Which is to say the order they occurred in their time period a long time ago and not in the order they were theatrically released.
The setup for the longrunning clone wars animated series, the featurelength movie expands the conflict between the republic and the separatists with a plot to frame the jedi for the kidnapping of jabba the hutts son. Lucasfilms manages the official continuity carefully. Mar 16, 2020 theres technically no right way to watch all of the star wars films some fans like to watch them in release order, others prefer chronological timeline order, and certain fans enjoy a. For anyone who needs help keeping the story straight, here is the chronological timeline of every star wars movie.
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