Welcome, today, I’ll be showing you how to watch the Left Behind movies in order, all the way from the year 2000 to the year 2023.
The Left Behind film series contains three original movies released between 2000 and 2005, two remakes which include the most popular one and have Nicolas Cage starring in it, and one spin-off, making them a total of six films.
The films give a fictional visualization of what the biblical rapture event would be like if it took place today. So, if you’ve been having this feeling of going to meet your maker recently, or you’re just curious, well, here you go.
Ready, steady, rapture!
Left Behind Movies in Order
Left Behind: The Movie (2000)
Left Behind II: Tribulation Force (2002)
Left Behind III: World at War (2005)
Left Behind (2014)
Vanished (2016)
Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist (2023)
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Left Behind (2000)
In the first movie, we see a world thrown into chaos after millions of people suddenly vanish without a trace. The film follows the story of Buck Williams, a commercial airline pilot who’s mid-flight when the mysterious event occurs. As he struggles to land the plane safely, he becomes aware of the global panic and confusion that follows.
On the ground, his wife, Chloe, is left grappling with the disappearance of their children and the collapse of society. As the world descends into chaos, survivors grapple with fear, loss, and the search for answers.
Left Behind II: Tribulation Force (2002)
Picking up where the first film left off, with the world in chaos after the Rapture, a small group of believers, including Buck Williams, Chloe Steele, and Pastor Bruce Barnes, form the Tribulation Force to spread the word about what they believe is the true meaning of the disappearances.
They face increasing persecution as the world is manipulated by a charismatic leader, Nicolae Carpathia, who they believe is the Antichrist. The film follows their journey as they try to warn others about Carpathia’s sinister plans while dealing with the growing chaos and devastation surrounding them.
Left Behind III: World at War
In the third and final installment of the original films, the world has plunged deeper into chaos following the events of the Rapture. Nicolae Carpathia, now the self-proclaimed global leader, tightens his grip on the world, using fear and manipulation to consolidate his power. The Tribulation Force continues its mission to resist Nicolae and expose his true identity as the Antichrist.
They face increasing danger as Nicolae’s forces hunt them down. They manage to infiltrate his inner circle and gather classified information about his plans for global domination and the devastating plagues he intends to unleash. With time running out, the Tribulation Force must race against the clock to warn the world and find a way to stop Nicolae’s apocalyptic agenda.
Left Behind (2014)
The 2014 remake repeats the same events from the first film, but this time, with Nicolas Cage starring as Rayford Steele piloting a commercial aircraft when millions of people mysteriously vanish from Earth.
Chaos erupts as planes crash and cities descend into panic. Left behind with his estranged daughter, Chloe, Ray grapples with the sudden disappearance of his wife and co-pilot, while also trying to understand the biblical implications of this global event.
As the world descends into turmoil, Ray and Chloe must navigate the challenges of survival and find a way to cope with the loss of their loved ones.
Vanished (2016)
In the 2016 spin-off “Left Behind: Vanished – Next Generation,” the story shifts focus to a younger audience, exploring the same catastrophic event from a fresh perspective.
The story begins with a sudden, unexplained disappearance of billions of people worldwide, including many adults. A teenage girl named Gabby is left to care for her younger brother while navigating a world plunged into chaos.
Gabby, along with her friends Josh and Flynn, must figure out what happened to the missing population while also ensuring their own survival.
The group’s journey is fraught with challenges as they encounter various threats, from lawlessness and desperation to individuals with sinister motives. Throughout their ordeal, the teens’ bonds are tested, and they must find strength within themselves and each other to endure the uncertainty and danger of a world turned upside down.
Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist (2023)
This is currently the last movie released so far in the Left Behind universe. After the world falls into chaos, the only light is a charming new leader who rises to the head of the UN, but does he bring hope for a better future? Or is it the end of the world?
