The Ultimate Guide to Watching the Terrifier Series in Order
By August Tales
If horror films brimming with gore and chills excite you, chances are you’ve encountered Art the Clown. With his haunting smile and terrifying antics, Art has carved a bloody path through the horror genre. Let’s explore the evolution of the Terrifier franchise, laying out every film in chronological and thematic order. Prepare for an intense dive into a cinematic saga filled with spine-tingling dread and macabre twists.
Meet the Terrifying Art the Clown
The Terrifier series is a gruesome journey that showcases Art the Clown’s sadistic nature. Across six films—including a short from 2011—this saga tells his dark tale. While the anthology films All Hallows’ Eve (2013) and All Hallows’ Eve 2 (2015) aren’t essential for understanding the core storyline, they introduce Art’s unsettling presence.
Let’s map out each installment, providing the ideal way to experience the horror while exploring what makes the franchise both horrifying and captivating.
The Gruesome Lineup: Every Terrifier Film
- Terrifier (2011) – A short film introducing Art the Clown as a brutal entity who targets a woman on Halloween.
- All Hallows’ Eve (2013) – A VHS tape reveals disturbing footage of Art’s violent escapades.
- All Hallows’ Eve 2 (2015) – A similar VHS narrative unveils eerie events, expanding Art’s lore.
- Terrifier (2016) – Art returns to target Tara, cementing his role as an unrelenting nightmare.
- Terrifier 2 (2022) – Revived by a sinister force, Art sets his sights on new victims.
- Terrifier 3 (2024) – Art wreaks havoc on Christmas Eve in Miles County.
How to Watch the Terrifier Series: Viewing Recommendations
To get the full experience, follow the release order. Start with All Hallows’ Eve and its sequel to appreciate Art’s development, even though they aren’t strictly part of the Terrifier narrative. From there, dive into the 2016 Terrifier to experience Art’s most violent escapades firsthand.
For a fresh twist, some fans recommend beginning with Terrifier (2016) and treating the anthology films as prequels. However, the franchise works either way—it’s all about how much Art the Clown you can handle.
Terrifier: A Deep Dive into Each Installment
- Terrifier (2011) – IMDb: 6.9/10. Art targets a woman on Halloween in this chilling introduction.
- All Hallows’ Eve (2013) – IMDb: 5.1/10. A babysitter discovers a VHS tape with disturbing footage of Art’s violent escapades.
- All Hallows’ Eve 2 (2015) – IMDb: 4.8/10. Another VHS reveals more sinister events connected to Art.
- Terrifier (2016) – IMDb: 5.6/10. Art the Clown stalks Tara on Halloween night, solidifying his place as a horror icon.
- Terrifier 2 (2022) – IMDb: 7.1/10. Art returns, now deadlier than ever, to Miles County on another Halloween.
- Terrifier 3 (2024) – IMDb: 7.2/10. Art’s Christmas Eve rampage promises to leave no one untouched.
How the Films Connect (or Don’t)
Though Terrifier and its sequels form a loose narrative, they’re not heavily interconnected. All Hallows’ Eve and its sequel provide Art’s backstory but are optional for the Terrifier timeline. Whether you watch them or not, Art’s character remains consistent—a relentless force of chaos with no regard for mercy.
What Lies Ahead for Art the Clown
With Terrifier 3 premiering at Fantastic Fest to rave reviews, director Damien Leone confirmed in a Q&A that “there will be a Terrifier 4.” Art’s reign of terror is far from over, and fans eagerly await the next chapter.
Where to Stream the Terrifier Films
If you’re ready to immerse yourself in Art’s twisted world, you can stream the series on multiple platforms. While the original Terrifier is no longer available on Netflix, you can find it for free on Vudu and the Roku Channel. Other entries are available on Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, and Apple TV.
Prepare yourself for a blood-soaked journey through Art’s world—where fear is guaranteed, and mercy is absent. Stay tuned as this franchise continues to grow, leaving audiences breathless with each sinister installment.
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