Divergent Movies: Release Order
The Divergent series follows Tris Prior as she navigates a dystopian society divided into five factions based on personality traits, only to discover she is Divergent: someone who doesn't fit neatly into any single category.
The story builds from personal discovery to large-scale rebellion, with major plot revelations and character relationships that require viewing in release order to fully understand the plot progression.
Linear Timeline: Release Order = Story Order

Divergent
In a dystopian society divided into personality-based factions, a young woman discovers she doesn't fit into any single category and uncovers a dangerous conspiracy. She must team up with a mysterious ally to survive in a world where being different makes you a target.

Insurgent
In this dystopian sequel, Beatrice Prior continues her rebellion against the faction system while grappling with personal struggles that threaten both her and the future of her divided society.

Allegiant
Beatrice Prior and Tobias Eaton venture beyond the fence surrounding their dystopian city and discover a mysterious agency that reveals shocking truths about their world.
Other Film Series
Maze Runner
A dystopian sci-fi trilogy following Thomas and the Gladers as they escape the maze and uncover the truth about their post-apocalyptic world.
Predator
Elite alien hunters stalk Earth throughout history, seeking the most dangerous prey in brutal combat.
Skyline
A sci-fi trilogy following humanity's battle against alien invaders, with each film building directly on the previous story.
Star Trek
A legendary science fiction franchise spanning multiple generations, following the adventures of Starfleet crews exploring the galaxy and upholding the ideals of the United Federation of Planets.
The Hunger Games
A dystopian saga following Katniss Everdeen as she fights for survival and freedom in Panem.
The Terminator
A sci-fi franchise about humanity's war against artificial intelligence and time-traveling cyborgs sent to alter the past.