Before Watching Justice League, Which DC Movies Should You Watch?

Below is a list of DC movies to watch before Justice League:

For a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Justice League movie, it’s recommended to view the films that precede it in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) timeline. Prior to Justice League, consider watching the following films:

  • Man of Steel (2013)
  • Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
  • Suicide Squad (2016) – While optional, this film introduces characters that feature in Justice League.
  • Wonder Woman (2017)
  • Justice League (2017)

If you plan on watching the “Snyder Cut” of Justice League released in 2021, you can skip Suicide Squad as it is not relevant to that version.

Order of DC Movies to Watch

If you wish to watch DC Extended Universe movies in sequence, here is the suggested order:

  • Man of Steel (2013)
  • Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
  • Suicide Squad (2016)
  • Wonder Woman (2017)
  • Justice League (2017)
  • Aquaman (2018)
  • Shazam! (2019)
  • Birds of Prey (2020)
  • Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)
  • The Suicide Squad (2021)
  • Black Adam (2022)

Note that upcoming DCEU movies may impact this order, but this is based on current release dates. Other non-DCEU DC movies include the Christopher Nolan Batman trilogy, Tim Burton’s Batman films, and the Joker movie.

Is Watching Aquaman Before Justice League Recommended?

Absolutely. It’s advisable to watch Aquaman before Justice League. Though the events in Aquaman occur after Justice League, the character Aquaman (portrayed by Jason Momoa) is first introduced in Justice League. Starting with Aquaman provides insights into the character’s backstory and enhances your comprehension of his role in Justice League. Additionally, Aquaman offers context on the underwater world and Atlantis, aiding in understanding specific elements of the Justice League storyline.

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