How to watch Fear Street in order now that Fear Street Prom Queen is out? Details explored

Fear Street Prom Queen has arrived on Netflix to take another dive into the terrifying chapters in the cursed town of Shadyside. The movie is directed by Matt Palmer, who co-wrote the script with Donald McLeary. It is based on a chapter from R. L. Stine's book series — much like the three Fear Street movies that were released in July 2021.

Leigh Janiak directed the earlier chapters based on scripts she co-wrote with a few collaborators. They combined the elements of slasher films with supernatural horror. During an interview with Deadline, she pointed out some stylistic inspirations like Scream (1996), Friday the 13th (1980), and The New World (2005). Janiak's movies received positive reviews and became some of the most popular titles on Netflix upon their release.

The three adaptations were released from July 2, 2021, onwards, with every new movie coming out every other week. However, they followed the events in the reverse chronological order.

Now, Fear Street Prom Queen takes place in 1988, between the events from the first and the third release. So, the viewers who still haven't caught up on them might be wondering, what's the best order to watch the Fear Street movies on Netflix? Well, we've got you covered.

Here's how to watch Fear Street movies in chronological order (including Fear Street Prom Queen)

If you're hoping to follow the events in the order they happen in Shadyside, you can follow the following list:

Fear Street Part Three: 1666
Fear Street Part Two: 1978
Fear Street Prom Queen: 1988
Fear Street Part One: 1994

This format can allow you to understand the origins of the supernatural element in this American town and see how it gradually affected the townspeople. However, watching these movies chronologically might not be the best choice. Matt Palmer stated in an interview,

"Fear Street: Prom Queen is a stand-alone film. The first three movies set up a very detailed and compelling lore. But the trilogy is a complete story."

They were designed to be seen in a specific order and the time shifts serve a purpose in its storytelling. So, following a different format might spoil some bits from the latter releases and ruin the fun. Instead, you can follow the order of their release dates to better grasp all the details.

Here's how to watch the Fear Street movies in order of the release date

Fear Street Prom Queen has finally arrived on Netflix. So, it might be the best time to brush up on the past entries to not miss out on any potential callbacks or easter eggs.

If you want to know how to watch the Fear Street movies in order on Netflix, here's your answer:

1. Fear Street Part One: 1994

Fear Street Part One: 1994 was the first Fear Street movie to arrive on Netflix, and it followed a teen and her friends trying to protect their town from an evil spirit that has terrified them for over three centuries. This movie mainly showed Deena's journey to save Sam from the wrath of Sarah Fier.

2. Fear Street Part Two: 1978

Fear Street Part Two: 1978 was released only a week after the first part and served as a prequel to the original. It followed a bunch of new characters, including Sadie Sink's Ziggy, who started witnessing the brutal killings during their time in a summer camp. It includes a few scenes that connect these events to what eventually happens after sixteen years.

3. Fear Street Part Three: 1666

Fear Street Part Three: 1666 was the third and last part of the trilogy directed by Leigh Janiak. Set in the 17th century, it followed events that eventually led to the curse. So, it explains the origins of Sarah Fier's character and offers some explanation of the events in the previous entries in the trilogy.

4. Fear Street Prom Queen

Set in 1988, Fear Street Prom Queen is the latest adaptation from R. L. Stine's book series that arrives on Netflix. According to the timeline, it follows events following the night in the first chapter. Still, it is safe to assume that watching the other movies before can probably help you be prepared for this slasher flick. The director, Matt Palmer, described the movie as

"We’re back in Shadyside and the year is 1988. With senior prom just two days away, the race for prom queen is already heating up, but when somebody starts slaughtering the prom queen candidates, all hell is set to break loose. Think classic ’80s slasher and all the fun that entails, but with compelling characters, needle drops, dancing, and a whole lot more!"