Scary Movie Movies: Release Order
The Scary Movie franchise is a series of horror parodies that began in 2000, spoofing everything from slasher films to popular culture phenomena. Created by the Wayans brothers, the series follows the misadventures of characters like Cindy Campbell and Brenda Meeks as they navigate ridiculous horror movie scenarios.
While the films follow a loose chronological progression, the order isn't particularly important for enjoyment since each movie functions largely as a standalone parody. The first two films were R-rated and directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, while the later installments shifted to PG-13 ratings under different directors, creating somewhat different comedic tones throughout the series.
Linear Timeline: Release Order = Story Order
Scary Movie
A group of teenagers find themselves being stalked by a masked killer in this outrageous parody that skewers popular horror films with razor-sharp comedy.
Scary Movie 2
A group of students visits a spooky mansion called "Hell House" in this comedy sequel that parodies popular haunted house horror films with outrageous and murderous hijinks.
Scary Movie 3
In this third installment of the parody franchise, news anchor Cindy Campbell investigates mysterious crop circles and deadly video tapes while helping the President prevent an alien invasion.
Scary Movie 4
Cindy discovers her house is haunted by a young boy's spirit while simultaneously dealing with an alien invasion, leading her on a quest to solve both supernatural and extraterrestrial mysteries in this horror-comedy parody.
Scary Movie 5
A couple with their newly-formed family finds themselves terrorized by paranormal activities in their home. This horror parody follows their attempts to rid themselves of the sinister forces haunting them.
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Evil Dead
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Home Alone
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Shrek Universe
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