Candyman - Watch Order: Modern Timeline
This watch order presents the Candyman storyline recognized by contemporary filmmakers, pairing the classic 1992 original with the 2021 sequel that deliberately ignores the events of the 1990s sequels. Jordan Peele's production and Nia DaCosta's direction brought fresh perspective to the franchise, creating a direct continuation that focuses on the core Chicago-based legend.
This streamlined experience offers the essential Candyman story while incorporating updated themes, enhanced social commentary, and modern horror sensibilities meant for contemporary audiences.
Candyman
A Chicago artist's sanity starts to unravel, unleashing a terrifying wave of violence when he begins to explore the macabre history of the Candyman.
Other Film Series
A Quiet Place
A post-apocalyptic horror series about survivors navigating a world where deadly creatures hunt by sound, forcing humanity to live in complete silence.
Evil Dead
A horror franchise following the battle against ancient evil forces unleashed by the Necronomicon, spanning from Sam Raimi's original trilogy to modern entries.
Hannibal Lecter
A psychological thriller franchise following the brilliant and cannibalistic psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lecter, adapted from Thomas Harris's novels across multiple timelines and interpretations.
Phantasm
A surreal horror franchise following young Mike Pearson and ice cream vendor Reggie in their ongoing battle against the interdimensional Tall Man and his deadly silver spheres.
Scream
A meta-horror franchise following Sidney Prescott and others as they face various Ghostface killers, known for its self-aware commentary on slasher film tropes.
The Amityville Horror
A sprawling horror franchise centered on a haunted house and the cursed objects that spread its evil influence.