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Mulan Movie Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Mulan movies in order

Last updated: September 12 2026

Written by: ChronoAlice

Disney's Mulan tells the legend of a young woman who disguises herself as a man to take her father's place in the army. Between the animated classic, its sequel, and the live-action remake, here's how to watch every version in order.

Based on the Chinese legend of Hua Mulan, Disney's Mulan arrived in 1998 and became an instant favorite for its blend of action, humor, and heart. The franchise grew with a direct-to-video sequel and a big-budget live-action remake, giving fans a few ways to experience the story of the warrior who saved China.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order tracks how Disney rolled out Mulan's adventures across two decades, from traditional animation to a live-action reimagining.

  1. Mulan (1998)
  2. Mulan II (2004)
  3. Mulan (2020)

Since the 2020 film is a standalone remake rather than a continuation, story order is nearly identical to release order for the animated pair.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

The animated original comes first, with Mulan II picking up shortly after as she and Shang plan their future. The live-action Mulan retells the original tale, so it stands on its own timeline.

  1. Mulan (1998) β€” Mulan joins the army and saves China
  2. Mulan II (2004) β€” a new mission after the original
  3. Mulan (2020) β€” a standalone live-action retelling

Which Order Should You Choose?

Start with the 1998 animated Mulan β€” it's the definitive version and the heart of the franchise. Follow it with Mulan II if you want more of the beloved characters. The 2020 live-action film is best treated as an alternate, more grounded take on the same story, so watch it whenever you're curious to compare the two approaches.

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