In 2021, Netflix dazzled fans with Fear Street, a three-film horror release. Inspired by the book series of the same name by legendary children’s horror writer R. L. Stine, the film series was released over three weeks in July, creating a binge-worthy, epic summer movie event.
The Fear Street trilogy stood out for its retro slasher atmosphere, homages to horror classics like Scream, and ability to differentiate itself and subvert the typical horror tropes. Four years after its success, the series expanded with Fear Street: Prom Queen, bringing Shadyside’s horror to prom season. Viewers eager to catch up on the series for the new release can use our guide to find out how to watch the Fear Street movies in order on Netflix.
Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021)
The Fear Street series is meant to be watched in release order, which runs in reverse chronological order. Hence, viewers will start with Fear Street Part One: 1994. The film opens with a mass stabbing in Shadyside Mall, perpetrated by Ryan Torres (David W. Thompson). However, when the murderer sets off a string of brutal massacres, teenager Deena Johnson (Kiana Madeira) and her friends set off to get to the bottom of the source of the evil. Fear Street Part One: 1994 is a bold reimagining of Stine’s work, offering a retro slasher with standout performances. It also marks the establishment of an intriguing lore that makes it unique from other slasher films.
Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (2021)
In Fear Street Part Two: 1978, Deena and the crew go back in time to get to the bottom of Shadyside’s bloody history as C. Berman (Gillian Jacobs) tells them the story of the grisly 1978 massacre at a summer camp, Camp Nightwing. Fear Street Part Two: 1978 is a fun and brutal addition to the summer camp slasher subgenre. Bolstered by performances from Sadie Sink and Emily Rudd, the film is filled with retro slasher thrills and a bold change in scenery that sets the sequel apart from the first film, despite subscribing to a similar formula.
Fear Street Part Three: 1666 (2021)
Fear Street Part Three: 1666 goes even further back in time, as Deena has a vision of 1666 from the perspective of alleged witch Sarah Fier, learning the true source of Shadyside’s curse. Halfway through, the film shifts back to 1994 as Deena races to break the curse once and for all. Fear Street Part Three: 1666 boasts the most audacious premise of the franchise, spanning centuries and neatly pulling off an effective conclusion to the sprawling lore established in the first films. Additionally, it delivers on the surprise end twist and old-school slasher thrills. While it’s a satisfying conclusion to the series, it still leaves the door slightly open for more.
Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025)
After the three-part Fear Street series, viewers will backtrack slightly to 1988 with Fear Street: Prom Queen. Between the Shadyside Mall and Camp Nightwing massacres, the students of Shadyside High are preoccupied with prom and the coveted Prom Queen label. However, Lori’s (India Fowler) triumphant rise as a major Prom Queen candidate turns dark when the other contenders become targets of a mysterious murderer. Fear Street: Prom Queen adds another satisfying chapter in Shadyside's history with a horror slasher filled with teen drama and ‘80s nostalgia. While it’s not as sharp as its predecessors, it’s an entertaining addition to the franchise for those who miss the original series.
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