Where to start
The Crow
4 versions · originally a film, 1994
The Crow explores the haunting intersection of supernatural vengeance and profound grief as murdered souls return to dismantle their killers.
✦ Most fans start here
The Crow (1994)
The original movie
✦ Start hereThe Crow
Alex Proyas · Film · 1994
The Crow (1994) serves as the definitive gothic masterpiece, capturing the raw, melancholic intensity of Eric Draven’s quest for vengeance through Alex Proyas’s iconic, rain-soaked visual direction and atmosphere.
1996 film
The Crow: City of Angels
Tim Pope · Film · 1996
The Crow: City of Angels (1996) attempts to expand the franchise mythology, shifting the focus toward the supernatural vulnerabilities of the undead protagonist in a gritty, stylized urban landscape.
2000 film
The Crow: Salvation
Bharat Nalluri · Film · 2000
The Crow: Salvation (2000) offers a procedural twist on the familiar resurrection narrative, centering on a man wrongly executed who must navigate a complex mystery to clear his name.
2004 book
The Crow
James Vance · Book · 2004
The Crow (2004) book provides a stark, introspective look at the psychological toll of vengeance, questioning the moral boundaries of brutality when a resurrected woman seeks ultimate retribution.
Common questions
What order should I watch The Crow movies in?
The films should be watched in order of their release date. Start with the 1994 original The Crow, followed by the 1996 sequel The Crow: City of Angels, and conclude with the 2000 installment titled The Crow: Salvation.
Is The Crow based on a book?
Yes, there is source material available for the franchise. In addition to the original 1994 film adaptation, fans can read The Crow book published in 2004 to explore the narrative in a written format.
Are there sequels to the original 1994 movie The Crow?
Yes, there are two sequels that follow the 1994 release of The Crow. These subsequent films are titled The Crow: City of Angels, released in 1996, and The Crow: Salvation, which was released in 2000.
Is The Crow: City of Angels a direct continuation of the first film?
The Crow: City of Angels is the 1996 sequel to the 1994 film The Crow. While it serves as the second entry in the franchise, it functions as a follow-up installment rather than a direct continuation of the original protagonist's specific story.