Created by Mike Mignola, “Hellboy” is a comic book character published by Dark Horse Comics. As a demon working for the Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense, he faces various supernatural threats.
The franchise has received a cinematic adaptation, with films released over the years and multiple actors playing the role of Hellboy. That said, many wonder: what is the correct order of the films?
Next, we will explore this topic in detail.
So far, the “Hellboy” franchise has movies in total. They are for the cinema and released directly to DVD.
The four live action films are:
The two animated films are:
In addition, it is important to highlight the character of each production. The “Hellboy” film series has three main versions:
Additionally, two animated films based on the universe of the 2004 film and, later, the 2008 sequel were released. The films are “Hellboy: Sword of Storms” (2006) and “Hellboy: Blood and Iron” (2007).
As explained above, the “Hellboy” film series has three distinct and independent versions. Therefore, only “Hellboy” (2004) and “Hellboy II: The Golden Army” are set in the same universe. The two released animations also belong to this universe, but they have independent plots and are superfluous in the timeline of the main series.
Then you can watch the three versions in any order you like, for example in release order.
However, despite the lack of connection between them, it is possible to trace a chronological order in the viewing of the films. Take a look below:
The plot of the film “Hellboy and the Crooked Man”, the second reboot of the series, is set in the 1950s, which places it as the first in chronological order.
The animated film “Hellboy: Sword of Storms” is part of the universe of the original live-action film series.
For example, actors Ron Perlman, Selma Blair and Doug Jones voice the same characters they played in “Hellboy” (2004). In addition, director Guillermo del Toro is one of the executive producers.
However, its plot is independent. However, the film suggests that the plot is set before the events of the original 2004 film.
The animation “Hellboy: Blood and Iron” has the same production team as “Sword of Storms” and also has an independent plot. However, since it was released later, it ranks third in chronological order.
The plot of “Hellboy” is set in 2004 (it contains a prologue set in 1944).
Direct sequel to Hellboy (2004). Also has a prologue that takes place at Christmas 1955.
First reboot of the “Hellboy” franchise. Since the plot takes place around the same time as the production year, despite including a prologue in 517 AD and a flashback in 1992, this film comes last in the timeline.
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