Underworld Movies in Release Order
The Underworld film series begins with Underworld (2003), followed by Underworld: Evolution (2006), Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (2009), Underworld: Awakening (2012), and Underworld: Blood Wars (2016). The chronological order of the story differs from release order, starting with the origin of the Lycan–vampire war.
Chronological Story Order
For the in-universe timeline, the series starts with Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, which shows the early conflict between Lucian and Viktor. It continues with the events of the first Underworld, then Underworld: Evolution, Underworld: Awakening, and concludes with Underworld: Blood Wars. This sequence clarifies character origins and long-term plotlines.
Main Characters and Plot Overview
The franchise centers on Selene, a vampire Deathwalker, and Michael Corvin, a hybrid caught between species. The films explore ancient wars, betrayals, and the creation of hybrids. Key antagonists include Viktor, Lucian, Marius, and Semira, each driving the conflict across decades of lore.
For more details on the full franchise timeline and character arcs, visit the official Underworld page at Universal Pictures Underworld.
