Inside Out Movies in Order

Where should you start?

Watch Inside Out before Inside Out 2. The first establishes how the films personify Riley’s inner life; the sequel changes that system as she grows older. The ideas are easier to follow in sequence than by beginning with whichever emotion feels most familiar.

Our take on the collection

Moviebase editorial

The films turn complicated feelings into clear visual situations without making every feeling an enemy to defeat. That can invite useful conversations, although their metaphors are storytelling devices rather than a clinical account of the mind. The second film’s social pressure may feel especially recognizable to older children and adults.

Planning your watchlist

Allow time to talk after each film. Dream Productions is an optional television branch rather than a third feature, and it is outside this compact movie list.

Sources

Film titles, release dates, runtimes, audience ratings and artwork come from TMDB. Viewing advice is Moviebase editorial opinion. Collection references: TMDB 1022790. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.