Movies in order
Initial D movies in order.
Every Initial D movie by release date, with its runtime and the TV series that was airing when it came out, so you know where each film fits.
- 4 movies
- 2001–2016 released
- 4 h 47 min in total
All 4 Initial D movies in release order
| # | Movie | Released | Runtime | MAL score | Came out during |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Initial D Third Stage Main story | Jan 13, 2001 | 104 min | 7.92 | Initial D Second Stage |
| 2 | Initial D Legend 1 Awakening | Aug 24, 2014 | 62 min | 7.81 | Initial D Final Stage |
| 3 | Initial D Legend 2 Racer | May 23, 2015 | 61 min | 7.83 | Initial D Final Stage |
| 4 | Initial D Legend 3: Dream | Feb 6, 2016 | 60 min | 7.88 | Initial D Final Stage |
Release dates, runtimes and story links come from MyAnimeList. “Came out during” is the latest TV series that had premiered by the movie’s release; watch that series first. “Main story” movies are linked into the storyline as sequels or prequels.
Initial D movies by the numbers
4 films were released between 2001 and 2016. The longest wait between films was 13 years, from Initial D Third Stage (2001) to Initial D Legend 1 Awakening (2014). 3 films came out while Initial D Final Stage was the current TV series, more than any other.
Runtimes range from 60 minutes (Initial D Legend 3: Dream) to 104 minutes (Initial D Third Stage). Initial D Third Stage has the highest MyAnimeList score of the group (7.92), and Initial D Legend 1 Awakening the lowest (7.81). 1 film is linked into the main storyline; the other 3 are side stories or retellings.
Initial D First Stage (1998) is animated by Gallop and Studio Comet, adapted from a manga and tagged action and drama. On MyAnimeList it averages 8.37 and ranks 605th by popularity.
| Release span | 2001–2016 |
|---|---|
| Longest | Initial D Third Stage (104 min) |
| Shortest | Initial D Legend 3: Dream (60 min) |
| Highest rated on MyAnimeList | Initial D Third Stage (7.92) |
| Lowest rated on MyAnimeList | Initial D Legend 1 Awakening (7.81) |
| Longest gap between films | 13 years (2001–2014) |
| Main-story films | 1 of 4 |
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How this list is built
Every film MyAnimeList links to Initial D as a sequel, prequel, side story or summary is listed by its original Japanese release date. Compilation films that retell the TV series are included and labelled by their own titles, so you can skip them if you’ve seen the show.
Frequently asked questions
How many Initial D movies are there?
4. The list includes every film MyAnimeList links to the franchise, including compilation and short films.
What order should I watch the Initial D movies in?
Release order is the safest: each film assumes you know the TV series up to its release. Watch a movie after the series listed next to it in the table, starting with Initial D Third Stage.
Which Initial D movies are part of the main story?
Initial D Third Stage is linked as sequels or prequels in the main storyline. The others are side stories you can watch in any order.
How long does it take to watch every Initial D movie?
About 4 h 47 min for the 4 released movies, based on their listed runtimes.
What is the best Initial D movie?
By MyAnimeList score, Initial D Third Stage (7.92) is the highest rated of the 4 released films. Scores are community averages and change over time.
Which Initial D movie is the longest?
Initial D Third Stage runs 104 minutes, the longest in the list. The shortest is Initial D Legend 3: Dream at 60 minutes.
Which Initial D movie should I watch first?
Initial D Third Stage (2001) is the earliest release. It came out during Initial D Second Stage, so watch that series up to that point first.
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