Men In Black movies in order
Men in Black Marathon

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23 December 2025

Most Recent Release:

Men in Black: International - 2019

Total Runtime:

407 Minutes

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4

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(6.5)

Men In Black movies in order

No matter if you're a first-timer or revisiting these sci-fi comedy classics, it's key to know the right viewing order. With four movies featuring an iconic duo, talking pugs, and plenty of alien antics, this franchise is perfect for a binge-watch session. But should you start with the release order or jump into the time-travel chaos of the third film? We're here to guide you. Get your popcorn ready, turn down the lights, and get comfy because it's time for a MIB marathon!

407 Minutes 4 Movies
  1. Men in Black Backdrop 1
    Men in Black Movie 98 min. 1997
    After a police chase with an otherworldly being, a New York City cop is recruited as an agent in a top-secret organization established to monitor and police alien activity on Earth: the Men in Black. Agent K and new recruit Agent J find themselves in the middle of a deadly plot by an intergalactic terrorist who has arrived on Earth to assassinate two ambassadors from opposing galaxies.
    USER SCORE 7
  2. Men in Black II Backdrop 2
    Men in Black II Movie 88 min. 2002
    Kay and Jay reunite to provide our best, last and only line of defense against a sinister seductress who levels the toughest challenge yet to the MIB's untarnished mission statement – protecting Earth from the scum of the universe. It's been four years since the alien-seeking agents averted an intergalactic disaster of epic proportions. Now it's a race against the clock as Jay must convince Kay – who not only has absolutely no memory of his time spent with the MIB, but is also the only living person left with the expertise to save the galaxy – to reunite with the MIB before the earth submits to ultimate destruction.
    USER SCORE 6
  3. Men in Black 3 Backdrop 3
    Men in Black 3 Movie 106 min. 2012
    Agents J and K are back...in time. J has seen some inexplicable things in his 15 years with the Men in Black, but nothing, not even aliens, perplexes him as much as his wry, reticent partner. But when K's life and the fate of the planet are put at stake, Agent J will have to travel back in time to put things right. J discovers that there are secrets to the universe that K never told him - secrets that will reveal themselves as he teams up with the young Agent K to save his partner, the agency, and the future of humankind.
    USER SCORE 7
  4. Men in Black: International Backdrop 4
    Men in Black: International Movie 115 min. 2019
    The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest, most global threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization.
    USER SCORE 6

Men in Black (1997)

Let's take a look at the Men in Black movies in order, starting with the first one from 1997. Welcome to the hidden world of extraterrestrial affairs at the MIB Headquarters in New York City. In this film, we meet the unforgettable duo of Agent J, played by the always charming Will Smith, and Agent K, portrayed by the witty and reserved Tommy Lee Jones. This film sets the stage for the whole franchise, introducing us to the Neuralyzer, the Noisy Cricket, and those unforgettable Worm Guys. Sonnenfeld directed this sci-fi action comedy, which is full of practical effects and a unique '90s vibe. It's the perfect start to your marathon, with a hilariously dry tone and a hefty dose of intergalactic threats.

Men in Black II (2002)

Next, we fast forward to Men in Black II. Five years later, we're back at the alien immigration agency. Agent J is now a seasoned pro, but he misses his partner K, who is brought back from retirement. This leads to the usual MIB chaos. This sequel introduces new characters like Laura (Rosario Dawson) and a new threat to Earth, while exploring more of the MIB hierarchy. It's not the strongest in the series, but it's got more Frank the Pug, more Worm Guys, and some fun callbacks to the first film. Plus, J and K's chemistry is still awesome.

Men in Black 3 (2012)

Then comes "Men in Black 3" (2012), where things get really interesting with time travel. Agent J has to go back to the '60s to stop an intergalactic disaster, where he meets a young Agent K, played by Josh Brolin. This installment adds an unexpected emotional layer, letting you see J and K's relationship in a new light. Boris the Animal, played by Jemaine Clement, is a memorable villain, and the retro '60s vibe is fun. This film is a cool mix of the past and present, and it gives J and K's story a surprisingly human touch.

Men in Black: International (2019)

International introduces new faces and locations. It's set in the London MIB branch and stars a new duo: Agent M (Tessa Thompson) and Agent H (Chris Hemsworth). This film is a global adventure with a fresh mystery within the organization. Liam Neeson plays High T, the head of the British division, and Emma Thompson returns as Agent O, which connects to the original trilogy. Not everyone was on board, but as the finale of your marathon, it's an entertaining nod to the MIB legacy.