Where to start withBird Box
2 versions · originally a film, 2018
Themes: Sensory Deprivation, Suicidal Contagion, Motherhood, Protecting Children, The Unknown.
Start with Bird Box (Susanne Bier, 2018) — the film. Bird Box exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 2018; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Bird Box explores the visceral terror of navigating a post-apocalyptic world where sight becomes a fatal liability for survival.
✦ Most fans start here
Bird Box (2018)
The original movie
✦ Start hereBird Box
Susanne Bier · Film · 2018
Bird Box (2018) serves as the definitive entry, establishing the high-stakes tension of blind navigation while anchoring the global phenomenon in a gripping, character-driven struggle for parental survival.
2023 film
Bird Box Barcelona
Àlex Pastor · Film · 2023
Bird Box Barcelona (2023) expands the franchise's scope by shifting the perspective to the desolate streets of Spain, offering a gritty, localized exploration of survival amidst shifting, uneasy alliances.
Common questions
What order should I watch the Bird Box movies in?
You can watch the 2018 Bird Box movie first, followed by the 2023 film Bird Box Barcelona. These films are set within the same universe, but they function as separate stories rather than a direct chronological continuation of the same plot.
Is Bird Box Barcelona a direct sequel to the original Bird Box?
Bird Box Barcelona is not a direct sequel to the 2018 Bird Box movie. While it takes place in the same cinematic world and explores similar themes regarding the entities, it features an entirely different setting and cast of characters.
How many movies are currently in the Bird Box series?
There are currently two movies in the series. The original Bird Box was released in 2018, and the second film, Bird Box Barcelona, was released in 2023. Both films are available for viewing as part of the same franchise.
Should I watch Bird Box before watching Bird Box Barcelona?
Watching the 2018 Bird Box movie first is recommended to understand the established rules and atmosphere of the world. Although Bird Box Barcelona tells an independent story, viewing the original film provides necessary context for the entities depicted in the franchise.