The article is about how to watch the Jason Bourne movies in order.
The Bourne film franchise is a series of action thriller films based on the character Jason Bourne. A CIA assassin who suffers from amnesia. The franchise has remained in the hands of many astonishing directors like the first film was directed by Doug Liman, the fourth one by Tony Gilroy, and all others by Paul Greengrass. The films were highly praised for their direction, acting, storylines, and action sequences.
-The first film in the franchise was released in 2002.
-Followed by “The Bourne Supremacy” in 2004,
-Then “The Bourne Ultimatum” in 2007, and “The Bourne Legacy” in 2012.
-In 2016, a fifth installment titled Jason Bourne released.
The solid timeline of the series has made worth watching. The movies are somewhat connected and follows some flashbacks from earlier ones.
In The Bourne Identity (2002), we see Jason Bourne’s memories of his childhood at age 14. The flashback of this takes place after escape in the Bourne Supremacy 2004.
In The Bourne Legacy (2012), we see Jason Bourne’s memories of his childhood at age 13. The flashback of this sequence takes place before his escape from the CIA facility in The Bourne Ultimatum (2007).
The Bourne Identity (2002)
The Bourne Identity is a 2002 action film directed by Doug Liman. Star cast include Matt Damon, Franka Potente, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen and Brian Cox. The film is based on the novel of the same name written by Robert Ludlum.
The film follows amnesiac Jason Bourne (Matt Damon), who has no memory of his past. He finds out that he is suffering from dissociative identity disorder, caused by intense CIA training.
The film released on 26 July 2002 in the United States. It received positive reviews from critics and grossed over $227 million worldwide against its $85 million budget. The film followed three sequels: The Bourne Supremacy (2004), The Bourne Ultimatum (2007) and Jason Bourne (2016).
The Bourne Supremacy (2004)
The Bourne Supremacy is the second film in a trilogy of action and thriller family. Starring Matt Damon as Jason Bourne, a former CIA assassin who is on the run from his former employers.
The plot centers around a journalist named Simon Ross. He is investigating government corruption. He teams up with Bourne to try to stop an assassination attempt on a foreign minister. Also uncover the truth about his former employer’s involvement with the Russian mob.
The film has great pacing, with just enough time spent on character development. So that viewers actually care about what happens next. The action sequences are well-choreographed and exciting to watch. The feel is real because of the cinematography and the skills acquired by the actors.
The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
The Bourne Ultimatum is a 2007 action thriller directed by Paul Greengrass.
The film is based on Robert Ludlum’s novel of the same name. Stars Matt Damon as Jason Bourne.
The movie starts with Jason Bourne fighting his way through an assassination attempt in rural Spain. He somehow escape death but a shot in shoulder did not escape him. Then, he gets some flashback about getting shot by someone. A woman who looks like his wife also gets shot.
This leads him back to Paris. He learns that someone is trying to kill him. He may have been involved with something called Treadstone during his time in Europe.
The Bourne Legacy (2012)
The Bourne Legacy is a 2012 action thriller directed by Tony Gilroy. Starring Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton and Oscar Isaac. The film is a spinoff of the Bourne film series based on characters created by author Robert Ludlum. It released in theaters on August 3rd, 2012.
The movie starts off with an introduction to Aaron Cross (Renner). A member of Operation Outcome who is on the run from his former employers. At the same time that Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) is being hunted down by the same group for reasons that are not yet clear.
They try and find out why they exist at all. While also looking for a way to stop them from killing people.
Jason Bourne (2016)
The 2016 remake of the Jason Bourne series takes us back to the beginning. Back to when Jason was just a simple guy trying to make ends meet in New York City. When He is with the woman belonging to his past.
The movie is not just simple as it looks. The engaging story, well-written script and twists will keep you tight on your seats. The movie is packed with action and some amazing camera settings which will make you feel out of the world. So keep your adrenaline rushed and watch the franchise in one go, because it is worth watching this way!
Do You Have to Watch the Jason Bourne Movies in Order?
No, you don’t have to watch the Jason Bourne movies in order, but it might help you understand the characters and plot better if you do. The first movie released in 2002, and the most recent one in 2016.
