How to watch

Based on Susan Hill's classic 1983 novel, The Woman in Black starred Daniel Radcliffe as Arthur Kipps, a young solicitor sent to a remote, fog-bound estate where a vengeful spirit haunts the village. The 2012 film was a major hit for the revived Hammer Films, and it was followed by The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death, which returns to Eel Marsh House decades later. Fans of the story may also know the acclaimed 1989 British television adaptation and the long-running West End stage play.

🕐 Release Order

In release order, you'll see Hammer's original chiller first, followed by its darker, war-time follow-up.

1. The Woman in Black (2012)
2. The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death (2014)

Luckily, the two Hammer films line up neatly on the timeline too. Angel of Death jumps forward about forty years, so there is no prequel trickery to worry about.

📖 Story Chronology

The first film is set in the early twentieth century, while Angel of Death takes place during the Second World War, when a group of schoolchildren evacuated from the London Blitz are sent to shelter in the abandoned house.

1. The Woman in Black (2012)
2. The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death (2014)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Release order and chronological order are identical, so simply start with the 2012 film. It establishes the legend of Jennet Humfrye and the rules of her curse, which Angel of Death builds on. If you enjoy the atmosphere, track down the 1989 TV version afterwards for a different and famously unsettling take on Hill's story.

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