How to Watch The Gremlins in Order
To watch Gremlins 2: The New Batch, start with Gremlins.
Watch The Gremlins in release order for a first viewing — start with Gremlins (1984). There are 3 films, released between 1984–1990. That is 3.5 hours across the 2 released films. Only 2 are essential to follow the story — 3.5 hours. Gremlins 3 has not been released yet.
The full checklist
0 of 3 watched- 1Gremlins1984Essential106m
- 2Gremlins 2: The New Batch1990Essential106m
- 3Gremlins 32027Not out yet
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch The Gremlins?
For a first viewing, watch The Gremlins in release order, starting with Gremlins (1984) and ending with Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many The Gremlins films are there?
There are 3 The Gremlins films, 2 of which have been released.
Can I skip any The Gremlins films?
2 of the 3 films carry the main story: Gremlins, Gremlins 2: The New Batch. The other 1 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with The Gremlins?
Start with Gremlins, released in 1984. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of The Gremlins?
Watching every The Gremlins film takes 3.5 hours across the 2 released films. Sticking to the 2 essential films takes 3.5 hours.
Is there a new The Gremlins film coming?
Yes — Gremlins 3 is announced and not yet released. Everything before it is listed above in order.
Last updated September 25, 2026