Trainspotting · 1996–2017
How to Watch Trainspotting in Order
To watch T2 Trainspotting, start with Trainspotting.
Watch Trainspotting in release order for a first viewing — start with Trainspotting (1996). There are 2 films, released between 1996–2017. That is 3.5 hours of viewing.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Trainspotting?
For a first viewing, watch Trainspotting in release order, starting with Trainspotting (1996) and ending with T2 Trainspotting (2017). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Trainspotting films are there?
There are 2 Trainspotting films.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Trainspotting?
Start with Trainspotting, released in 1996. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Trainspotting?
Watching every Trainspotting film takes 3.5 hours.
Last updated September 4, 2026