How to Watch Men in Black in Order
To watch Men in Black, start with Men in Black.
Watch Men in Black in release order for a first viewing — start with Men in Black (1997). There are 3 films, released between 1997–2012. That is 4.9 hours of viewing. Only 1 are essential to follow the story — 1.6 hours.
The full checklist
0 of 3 watched- 1Men in Black1997Essential98m
- 2Men in Black II200288m
- 3Men in Black 32012106m
Ranked by rating
TMDB user score- 1Men in Black19977.2
- 2Men in Black 320126.5
- 3Men in Black II20026.4
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Men in Black?
For a first viewing, watch Men in Black in release order, starting with Men in Black (1997) and ending with Men in Black 3 (2012). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Men in Black films are there?
There are 3 Men in Black films.
Can I skip any Men in Black films?
1 of the 3 films carry the main story: Men in Black. The other 2 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Men in Black?
Start with Men in Black, released in 1997. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Men in Black?
Watching every Men in Black film takes 4.9 hours. Sticking to the 1 essential films takes 1.6 hours.