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Insidious Movies in Order: How to Watch Chronologically

If you are looking for a series that will take you on a journey of Horror that makes your heart beat faster, give you weird sensation and create a different vibe then Insidious is perfect for you. It will keep you on the edge of your seat and entertain you fullest.

The horror series will revolve around the paranormal activities that will turn the world of Patrick Wilson and Rose upside down after the paranormal forces invade their home and give them a hard time. If you haven’t watched it or thinking about rewatching it. I suggest you watch it in the order I suggest. The sequence will help you understand every bit of the series. So, without any delay, let’s dive into it.

Insidious Movie In Release Date Order

TitleRelease Date
InsidiousApril 1, 2011
Insidious: Chapter 2April 13, 2013
Insidious: Chapter 3June 5, 2015
Insidious: The Last KeyJanuary 5, 2018

Insidious Movies In Chronological Order

You might find the sequence bit confusing, but it is like this, the second is the sequel to the first. However, the third and last key are prequels directly linked to the first chapter.

Insidious: The Last Key (First Half)

Insidious: The last key follows the third chapter, but revolves around Elsie’s childhood flashbacks as well. Her childhood was not normal and highly abusive. Besides this, she used to see spirits and was able to feel them. But unable to tell anyone because no one believes her.

The first half revolves around Elise only and will feature her past relationship with Specs and Tucker. It will also reveal that Elsie’s niece also shares the same powers as her.

Insidious: Chapter 3

Chapter 3 starts with a teenager, Quinn feeling that her mother wants to communicate something from the other world. Therefore, ask Elsie (a paranormal investigator) for her help. Just at the beginning of the investigation, Quinn gets attacked by the evil spirit in the mask. The man was called ”a man who can’t breathe”. Elsie figures out that a demon is looking for someone’s soul they can feed on.

Elsie will be the key figure and will save the lives of many while unveiling the mysteries no one thought about or was unable to solve.

Insidious: The Last Key (Other Half)

The second half will dive into the life of Elsie ad how she became a paranormal investigator and how her life was different as she used to talk to nonhumans. She is a young girl with power who saves Lambert’s family, but what were the origins?
While she fights with the demons, she encounters a young boy Dalton Lambert trapped in a room; without interfering she leaves him, but during the night had a dream that he is in trouble and fighting demons. She wakes up by a phone call from Lorraine Lambert (grandmother of the child) asking for her help. From here it takes us to chapter 1.

Insidious

The first chapter will introduce the characters, a couple Josh, Renai, and their son Dalton. Who met a terrible accident and went into a coma keeping all the doctors speechless. Hopeless parents take their son with them, but figure out something is wrong as they start experiencing paranormal activities.

They summoned Elsie to help them and their child. (As we are watching it chronologically, we know Elsie is a paranormal investigator). In the fight against the demon, she got killed by Josh as he was possessed. This scene is the highlight of the movie because Josh murdered a person who was helping them in saving their child.

Insidious: Chapter 2

After the murder of Elsie, the Lambert family bears two problems. First, the demon, and second Josh murdered her. Elsie’s spirit comes to help Lamberts as they were struggling too much. Elsie helped the family to get their life together and fight against the demon that is still with them While sorting all the mysteries Elsie got to know something unexpected and shocking. From here onwards, a new drama begins that will keep you engaged with the series.

What’s Next?

Insidious: Fear the dark

Chapter 5 is coming soon and will continue the story. There is no trailer yet. However, Jason Blum (producer) has announced the upcoming chapter and its title. Dagmara Doniczyk (Wilson’s wife) also tweeted about her return in the upcoming season.

FAQs

Where to watch Insidious movie?

Insidious is available at multiple OTTs like Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Vudu and Redbox.

How many Insidious movies are there?

There are four chapters currently, however fifth one is coming soon.

What is the running time of Insidious?

Each Insidious chapter entertains us for 1 hour 43 minutes.

Is Insidious worth watching?

A big Yes, Insidious is definitely worth watching, its never-ending twists keep you in focus and curious. Also, it is recognized as the second scariest movie of all time.

Wrap-up!

If you haven’t watched the movie yet, do watch it in chronological order so you can build an emotional bond with the characters. I have given just a sneak peek into all the chapters, but still, there is a lot more that, Insidious offers. I have provided a synopsis with insidious movies in order, do check it out by yourself and have a wholesome experience.

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