[REC] movies in order
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[REC]⁴ Apocalypse - 2014

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[REC] movies in order

Hey, are you up for diving into one of the most intense found footage franchises out there? If you're into intense survival horror, viral outbreaks, and religious lore, you've got to check out the [REC] films. But this marathon isn't just about watching the films in their release order. If you really want to experience the full nightmare, with all its twists, reveals, and iconic claustrophobic chaos, you've got to watch them in chronological order. From a wedding gone wrong to a hellish cruise ship, this is your guide to the perfect [REC] movie marathon. Grab some popcorn, turn off the bright lights, and get ready for a wild ride. It's going to be a bit of a mess, but in a good way, and it'll be a true Spanish experience.

337 Minutes 4 Movies

1

[REC]³ Genesis Movie 80 min. 2012
A pair of newlyweds must fight to survive when their wedding reception descends into chaos and carnage when their guests become infected by a virus that turns them into hungry zombies.

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2

[REC] Movie 78 min. 2007
A television reporter and cameraman follow emergency workers into a dark apartment building and are quickly locked inside with something terrifying.

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3

[REC]² Movie 84 min. 2009
The action continues from [REC], with the medical officer and a SWAT team outfitted with video cameras are sent into the sealed off apartment to control the situation.

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[REC]⁴ Apocalypse Movie 95 min. 2014
Ángela Vidal, the young television reporter who entered the building with the firemen, manages to make it out alive. But what the soldiers don't know is that she carries the seed of the strange infection. She is to be taken to a provisional quarantine facility, a high-security installation where she will have to stay in isolation for several days. An old oil tanker, miles off shore and surrounded by water on all sides, has been especially equipped for the quarantine.

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[REC]³: Genesis

We start not in that apartment building in Barcelona, but at a wedding that looks like it's full of joy. Yes, [REC]³: Genesis is the starting point of your marathon and an unexpected beginning. This film strays from the handheld POV style of its predecessors and shifts to traditional camerawork. Don't underestimate it. Paco Plaza directed it alone, and it's a weird mix of love, blood, and chainsaws. Leticia Dolera is great as Clara, the bride you don't want to cross. The film is similar to the first [REC], and it gives us some important clues about where the demonic possession horror in this world comes from. And that dance number at the end? Iconic.

[REC]

Welcome back to the world of found footage. [REC] is at the heart of the franchise. It was directed by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza. It's the reason people were afraid to use their stairwells at night. The film follows TV reporter Ángela Vidal (the brilliant Manuela Velasco) and her cameraman Pablo Rosso as they film a night shift with the Barcelona fire department. What starts as routine quickly turns into a quarantine, viral outbreak, horror show, and demonic revelations that'll keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last second. This is pure claustrophobic horror, wrapped up in a brilliant handheld concept.

[REC]²

If [REC] opened the door to horror, then [REC]² kicks it off its hinges. It starts right where the first film left off, with you and a SWAT team entering the building with a shady priest. This is where the REC franchise really shines, switching from zombie infection outbreak to pure Catholic exorcism themes. The lore surrounding the Medeiros girl (played by Javier Botet, who is great at acting in a way that'll give you nightmares) gets more and more interesting here. The movie uses the POV style really well, with multiple cameras and perspectives that come together to create a really intense and chaotic experience. Get ready for non-stop action, gore, and moments that'll make you say "Wait, what just happened?!" more than you can handle. Apocalypse And then we get to the last part. [REC]⁴: Apocalypse mostly stops using the found footage style, except for a few clever nods to the style, and takes the story to the open sea, specifically a quarantine ship. Ángela Vidal returns, traumatized but alive and kicking, and from here it's a race against time. Director Jaume Balagueró is back to direct the last film in the series, which mixes science, military tension, and dark infection lore. You can still feel the tension, but this time it's on a bigger scale. It's not as cramped, and there's more of an urge to get out. The film also answers some questions that have been hanging around since the first movie. Even though the setting is totally different, it feels like the perfect ending for the REC universe timeline.

Why This Order?

Watching the [REC] films in release order is a great experience, but you might miss out on some of the impact of the reveals and lore elements. By starting with [REC]³: Genesis, you'll get a sneak peek into the beginnings of the virus/demonic evil and see just how deep the problem goes. The move to the found footage style in [REC] feels natural, and [REC]² builds on that with a ton of lore explosions. [REC]⁴: Apocalypse ties everything up nicely, with a sense of finality that you only truly feel if you've followed the chaos from the start.

Extras for the Die-Hards

Are you more than just a casual horror fan? There's more to explore in the REC expanded media universe. There are [REC] comics that go into more detail about the Medeiros girl and the mysterious virus. Filmax has also released several short clips and behind-the-scenes material that provide more context to the events. If you're really curious about the characters from Ferran Terraza as Manu to Héctor Colomé as Captain Ortega, you'll find interviews, script fragments, and even Spanish fan forums full of trivia and theories.

Tips for Your Movie Night

The [REC] franchise is pretty short (four films, all under 90 minutes), so you can watch all of them in one evening. But trust us: you'll want to pause and catch your breath. Plan ahead. Don't wait too long to start, have some comfort food ready, and keep an extra blanket handy (for comfort or to hide behind—we won't judge). And if you're inviting friends, make sure someone plays the "cameraman" to capture everything just for the atmosphere. Trust us, it makes everything even more fun.

Final Binge Advice

The [REC] universe is a gem within Spanish horror cinema, full of surprises, depth, and chills that get under your skin. Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza created a franchise that's still influencing found footage horror films worldwide. Whether you're here for the night vision finale everyone's been raving about or the demonic possession horror meets zombie outbreak vibes, your binge starts with [REC]³ and ends on the ship. Trust us, that's an experience you'll always remember.

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