

Insidious Collection
A series of American horror films where the plots are depicted as case files of demonologists. The first two films center on a couple who, after their son mysteriously enters a comatose state and becomes a vessel for ghosts in an astral plane, are continuously haunted by demons of a hellish realm known as the Further until they take from the family what they want most: life. The third film, a prequel, focuses on the same psychic that helped the family this time come to the aid of a young girl who calls out to the dead, and the fourth follows her when her own family becomes haunted. All plots are depicted as case files of demonologists.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Insidious Collection has evolved significantly over a span of NaN years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 7 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 4.7/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.7. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Insidious Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Insidious standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Insidious Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Insidious Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Insidious
A family discovers that dark spirits have invaded their home after their son inexplicably falls into an endless sleep. When they reach out to a professional for...

Insidious: Chapter 2
The haunted Lambert family seeks to uncover the mysterious childhood secret that has left them dangerously connected to the spirit world....

Insidious: Chapter 3
A twisted new tale of terror begins for a teenage girl and her family, and revealing more mysteries of the otherworldly realm, 'The Further'....

Insidious: The Last Key
Parapsychologist Elise Rainier and her team travel to Five Keys, NM, to investigate a man’s claim of a haunting. Terror soon strikes when Rainier realizes that ...

Insidious: The Red Door
To put their demons to rest once and for all, Josh Lambert and a college-aged Dalton Lambert must go deeper into The Further than ever before, facing their fami...

Insidious: The Bleeding World
The sixth installment in the "Insidious" franchise. Plot TBA....

Thread: An Insidious Tale
A husband and wife enlist the help of a spell to travel back in time in order to prevent the death of their young daughter. The consequences, of course, prove t...
Common Questions about Insidious Collection
How many movies are in the Insidious Collection?
There are currently 7 movies in the Insidious Collection, starting from Insidious: Chapter 2 to the latest release, Thread: An Insidious Tale.
What is the best order to watch the Insidious Collection?
The best way to watch the Insidious Collection is usually in release order: starting with Insidious: Chapter 2 and ending with Thread: An Insidious Tale. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Insidious Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Insidious in this franchise.