What is the chronological order of the Star Wars films and TV shows?

02 March 2023
People care about the chronological order of Star Wars for several reasons. One of the main reasons is that the Star Wars franchise has a complex and expansive universe with a rich history, and watching the films in chronological order can provide a more complete understanding of the story and characters. This approach allows viewers to witness the gradual unfolding of galactic events and the evolution of key figures across different eras.


Watching the movies in order also allows fans to see how the events of the prequel trilogy (Episodes I, II, and III) set the stage for the original trilogy (Episodes IV, V, and VI) and the sequel trilogy (Episodes VII, VIII, and IX). This sequential viewing highlights the cause-and-effect relationships between different story arcs, enriching the overall narrative experience and allowing for a deeper appreciation of the interconnectedness of the saga. This can help viewers appreciate the world-building and character development that went into the franchise as a whole, revealing the intricate layers of Lucas's initial vision and its subsequent expansions.

Additionally, watching the movies in order can enhance the viewing experience by revealing hidden connections, Easter eggs, and references that might not be immediately apparent when watching the films out of sequence. This careful sequencing can provide a more rewarding and insightful experience for dedicated fans who enjoy piecing together the nuances of the Star Wars lore.

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Here's the updated chronological list of all Star Wars movies, television shows, television specials, and cartoon shows.  This list provides a comprehensive guide for fans seeking to experience the Star Wars saga in its intended historical sequence within the fictional universe.

There are other Star Wars shows in the works which do not yet have confirmed ABY year settings. The ongoing expansion of the Star Wars universe ensures that this chronological order will continue to evolve as new stories are introduced.

  1. The Acolyte is expected to be set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, offering a glimpse into a previously unexplored era of the Star Wars timeline.
  2. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is set concurrent to the time frame of the Mandalorian, suggesting potential narrative connections and shared context within that period.
  3. James Mangold (Indiana Jones) has been announced as making a film about the creation of the Jedi, so that could be set thousands of years ago. This project promises to delve into the ancient history of the Jedi Order, potentially reshaping our understanding of the Force and its wielders.
  4. Ashoka is currently in The Mandalorian Universe, indicating its narrative ties to that specific post-Return of the Jedi timeframe.
  5. David Filoni will write and direct a film that is a crossover between all the shows, leading into an Avengers Assemble type conclusion. This would be presumably be set before The Force Awakens, suggesting a significant event uniting various storylines within the established canon.
  6. It has been announced that Daisy Ridley is to star in a film set post The Rise of Skywalker in which she trains a new generation of Jedi. Sounds like Luke got robbed again... This development signifies the ongoing exploration of the Star Wars universe beyond the Skywalker saga, focusing on the future of the Jedi Order.

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