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Don Movie Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Don movies in order

Last updated: November 6 2026

Written by: ChronoBob

'Don ko pakadna mushkil hi nahi, naamumkin hai.' Few Bollywood lines are as iconic, and the Don films span a classic original and a slick modern franchise. Here is how they fit together.

The original Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan and written by Salim-Javed, became a 1978 blockbuster about a ruthless crime boss and his lookalike, Vijay. Nearly three decades later, Farhan Akhtar remade it with Shah Rukh Khan, adding a stylish international flavor and a famous twist ending. The remake's success led to Don 2, which took the action to Europe.

๐Ÿ• Release Order

Release order shows the original classic first, followed by the modern remake and its sequel.

  1. Don (1978)
  2. Don (2006)
  3. Don 2 (2011)

The 1978 and 2006 films tell the same core story in different continuities, while Don 2 is a direct sequel to the Shah Rukh Khan version.

๐Ÿ“– Story Chronology

For story chronology, treat the original as its own standalone film, then follow the modern continuity in order.

  1. Don (1978)
  2. Don (2006)
  3. Don 2 (2011)

Which Order Should You Choose?

If you are new to the franchise, the modern films are the easiest place to start: watch Don (2006) and Don 2 back to back for a sleek, twisty crime-thriller experience. Classic cinema fans should absolutely watch the 1978 original as well, ideally before the remake so you can appreciate how Farhan Akhtar changed the story. A third film with a new lead has been announced, and this guide will be updated when it releases. For more Hindi action, check out Dhoom and the YRF Spy Universe.

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