The Omen Movies: Release Order
The Omen franchise began with Richard Donner's 1976 masterpiece and spawned a complete trilogy following Damien Thorn's journey from a seemingly innocent child to the adult Antichrist. The series established many of the Biblical horror tropes we know today, with its memorable deaths and haunting Jerry Goldsmith score.
This watch order includes the 2006 remake starring Liev Schreiber, which retells the original story with modern sensibilities, and concludes with The First Omen (2024), a prequel that explores the dark conspiracy behind Damien's birth. Omen IV: The Awakening isn't listed here, because it was made for TV, but believe us: you're not missing out.
There are 2 other watch orders available – see the links up above.
The Omen
A US diplomat and his wife unknowingly adopt the Antichrist after losing their own child, as mysterious and deadly events begin to unfold around their new son Damien.
Damien: Omen II
Young Damien, now in the care of his wealthy relatives and attending military school, begins to discover his true demonic nature. As those around him start to realize he may be the Antichrist, Damien sets his sights on gaining control of his family's business empire.
The Final Conflict
In this third installment of The Omen series, the adult Damien Thorn has risen to become U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom while secretly working to fulfill his destiny as the Antichrist. As biblical prophecies unfold and the second coming approaches, Damien faces the ultimate confrontation between good and evil.
The First Omen
A young American woman sent to Rome to serve the church discovers a sinister conspiracy involving dark forces that challenges her faith and threatens to unleash ancient evil.
Other Film Series
Edgar Wallace
German crime thriller series from 1959-1972 that created a distinctive subgenre of atmospheric gothic mysteries, featuring recurring cast and iconic villains.
Hellraiser
Supernatural body horror centered on a mysterious puzzle box and the sadomasochistic Cenobites led by Pinhead.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Four films exploring alien pod people replacing humans, each updating the concept for different eras and anxieties.
REC
Spanish found footage horror franchise following a demonic infection outbreak, featuring intense apartment building quarantine scenarios and their devastating consequences.
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.
Unbreakable
M. Night Shyamalan's grounded superhero trilogy following ordinary people who discover extraordinary abilities, culminating in an unexpected crossover.