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Dad's Army Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch Dad's Army in order

Last updated: November 13 2026

Written by: ChronoBob

Dad's Army is one of Britain's best-loved sitcoms, following the bumbling Home Guard of Walmington-on-Sea. Here is how to watch the series and films in order.

Created by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, Dad's Army follows Captain Mainwaring and his volunteer platoon as they prepare to defend England during the Second World War. The series ran for nine seasons and still draws big audiences on repeat. It also inspired a 1971 film, a 2015 drama about the making of the show and a 2016 film with a new cast.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order shows how the franchise grew from TV hit to big-screen favorite.

  1. Dad's Army (1968)
  2. Dad's Army (1971)
  3. We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story (2015)
  4. Dad's Army (2016)

The 1971 film retells how the platoon was formed in 1940, so it slots in before the TV series in story order.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

Chronologically, the platoon's formation comes first, followed by the series and the 2016 film set later in the war. The behind-the-scenes drama is best saved for last.

  1. Dad's Army (1971)
  2. Dad's Army (1968)
  3. Dad's Army (2016)
  4. We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story (2015)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Most fans start with the TV series, which is where the characters and catchphrases truly shine. That said, the 1971 film is an excellent introduction for newcomers, since it shows how Mainwaring takes command of the platoon. The 2016 film with Toby Jones and Bill Nighy works as an affectionate tribute once you know the originals, and We're Doomed! is a charming look behind the scenes for devoted fans.

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