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The Secret Life of Pets Movie Watch Order in the correct order
How to watch the Secret Life of Pets movies in order
Last updated: September 14 2026
Written by: ChronoChris
The Secret Life of Pets imagines what our animals get up to when we leave home. With two films to enjoy, here's the order to watch this Illumination comedy.
From Illumination, the studio behind Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets reveals the hidden adventures of city animals once their owners head out the door. Led by the terrier Max, the films mix breakneck comedy with heart as pets navigate friendship, fear, and the big city. A colorful supporting cast β including the fluffy bunny Snowball, the sheepdog Duke, and the tough Pomeranian Gidget β turns everyday pet life into fast-paced Manhattan adventure.
π Release Order
Release order follows Max and his animal friends across their two big adventures.
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
- The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)
The sequel continues with the same pets, so the timeline moves straight forward.
π Story Chronology
Story chronology matches release order, with the sequel set after the original.
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
- The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)
Which Order Should You Choose?
Watch the 2016 original first to meet Max, Duke, and the gang, then continue with The Secret Life of Pets 2. The sequel builds on the established characters and their bonds while adding new anxieties about growing families and city life, making the first film the natural starting point for this easy two-movie series.
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