Every Indiana Jones movie in order
The best order to watch Indiana Jones is story order: start with Temple of Doom, then Raiders of the Lost Ark, and finish with Dial of Destiny. That's 5 films out so far, about 11 hours. Short on time? The 3 essentials take about 7 hours. In release order, Indiana Jones starts with Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981).
The Indiana Jones films in chronological order start with Temple of Doom, set in 1935, a year before Raiders of the Lost Ark. The Last Crusade follows in 1938, and the last two films jump to 1957 and 1969.
Watching for the first time? Release order, starting with Raiders of the Lost Ark, is how most people see them.
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The Indiana Jones watch order
The 1930s
Temple of Doom
Raiders of the Lost Ark
The Last Crusade
Later Adventures
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Dial of Destiny
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Temple of Doom
The Last Crusade
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Dial of Destiny
Questions
What order should I watch Indiana Jones in?
Start with Temple of Doom and follow the list above, which has all 5 Indiana Jones titles in story order. For the shortest route, stick to the 3 essentials.
What is the Indiana Jones release order?
In release order, Indiana Jones starts with Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), then Temple of Doom (1984). Switch the list above to Release order to see every title by release date.
How long does it take to watch all of Indiana Jones?
About 11 hours for the 5 titles out so far. The 3 essentials take about 7 hours.
Is Temple of Doom a prequel?
Yes. Temple of Doom is set in 1935, a year before Raiders of the Lost Ark, though it was released three years after it.
Which Indiana Jones movies do I need to see?
Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade are the essentials. Dial of Destiny closes Indy's story and calls back to both.
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