The Ice Age franchise is a beloved series of animated films that follow the adventures of a group of prehistoric animals as they navigate various challenges in their changing world. Starting with the original Ice Age movie in 2002, the series has expanded to include five main films, each building on the last.
Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the series, watching these films in order provides a seamless and enjoyable viewing experience as you journey through the Ice Age with Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the gang.
We show you the complete order to watch the Ice Age movies in along with all the options to stream them online!
How to watch the Ice Age movies in chronological order
- Ice Age (2002)
- Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006)
- Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009)
- Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012)
- Ice Age: Collision Course (2016)
Spinoff:
The first film from 2002 introduces the core group Manny the mammoth, Sid the sloth, Diego the saber-toothed tiger, and the beloved squirrel, Scrat. Their journey to return a human baby to its tribe sets the stage for the adventures that follow.
Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006) then finds the group trying to escape a melting valley, facing new dangers and meeting new friends along the way, including Ellie, who believes she's a possum.
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009) is the third installment in which the gang ventures into an underground world where dinosaurs still roam. This movie adds a new dynamic with the introduction of Buck, a one-eyed weasel who becomes a fan favorite.
The fourth movie Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012) deals with the breakup of Pangaea, causing the group to be separated and encounter pirates on their journey to reunite.
Ice Age: Collision Course (2016) is the final film in the main series. It finds the characters trying to prevent a meteor from destroying the world, with Scrat's relentless pursuit of an acorn as the catalyst for the impending disaster.
The Ice Age franchise has five main films and one animated spinoff movie The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild. The latter acts as a solo adventure and it’s uncertain if it’s set within the main timeline. Instead of franchise leads like Manny, Sid, and Diego, this Disney+ film focuses on the adventures of the weasel Buckminster “Buck” Wild.
The franchise also includes many short films, some of which focus on the bumbling squirrel Scrat who appears in side plots in most of the Ice Age movies. Some essential Ice Age shorts include Gone Nutty, Surviving Sid, No Time for Nuts, and Scrat: Space Out.
Where to watch the Ice Age movies online
The release order of the Ice Age movies is the same as the franchise’s chronological order. Below you can find the latest streaming information for the Ice Age movies. This includes every offer for viewers in India today! We'll also show you if any of these movies are available to watch online for free.
