Jason Bourne Movies: Release Order
The Bourne series follows Jason Bourne, a CIA assassin suffering from amnesia who discovers his deadly past while being hunted by his former agency, with Matt Damon's portrayal anchoring this acclaimed action thriller franchise.
This watch order respects the intended narrative flow and reveals, showing how the CIA's various black ops programs interconnect while maintaining the visceral, grounded approach to spy storytelling that made the series legendary. The viewing experience spans Bourne's evolution from confused amnesiac to self-aware operative, with The Bourne Legacy providing crucial context for the larger CIA operations and conspiracies that drive the entire franchise.
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Linear Timeline: Release Order = Story Order
The Bourne Identity
A man suffering from amnesia is rescued at sea and discovers he possesses extraordinary combat skills, but must uncover his mysterious identity while being hunted by unknown enemies. Based on Robert Ludlum's novel, this action thriller follows Jason Bourne's dangerous quest to learn who he really is.
The Bourne Supremacy
When a CIA operation goes wrong, Jason Bourne and Marie are forced to flee their peaceful life as enemies from his past track them down. Bourne must return to his deadly skills as a trained assassin to protect himself and those he cares about.
The Bourne Ultimatum
Jason Bourne continues his quest to uncover his mysterious past while being hunted by the CIA. When a journalist's investigation into a secret government program threatens to expose the truth, Bourne must stay one step ahead of his pursuers to finally learn who he really is.
The Bourne Legacy
When Jason Bourne's actions expose the CIA's secret programs, operative Aaron Cross finds himself targeted for elimination and must fight to survive while uncovering the truth about his enhanced abilities.
Jason Bourne
The most dangerous former CIA operative is drawn out of hiding to uncover hidden truths about his past.
Other Film Series
American Ninja
A cult martial arts action series from Cannon Films following American soldiers skilled in ninjutsu as they battle various criminal ninja organizations.
Camilla Belle
American actress known for horror remakes, big-budget epics, and independent dramas spanning over two decades.
Dirty Harry
San Francisco Inspector Harry Callahan's uncompromising approach to justice across five iconic cop thrillers.
Quentin Tarantino
Influential American filmmaker known for nonlinear storytelling, stylized violence, pop culture references, and memorable dialogue across ten acclaimed directorial works.
The Punisher
Three completely separate reboot films featuring Frank Castle's vigilante crusade, each with different actors, settings, and interpretations of the character.
Vengeance
Park Chan-wook's acclaimed thematic trilogy exploring the moral complexities and devastating consequences of revenge through three standalone Korean films, plus an American remake.