Frozen: How to Watch Every Movie, Short Film & TV Special In Order
Do you wanna go on a Frozen marathon? Ever since Elsa first ‘let it go,’ the Frozen franchise has only gotten bigger, richer, and much colder. Anna and Elsa, the beloved sister duo, have taken the world by an icy storm with their unforgettable adventures, heartwarming sisterhood, and of course, a little bit of ice magic.
Despite their royal status, Anna and Elsa aren’t officially part of the Disney Princess lineup—because they’re even bigger than that. In fact, their immense popularity led Disney to keep Frozen as its own standalone franchise rather than grouping them with the traditional Disney Princess brand.
Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Kristoff have taken us on several adventures since 2013, but did you know that the franchise extends well beyond just the two movies? With Disney shorts, and TV specials sprinkled in, the Frozen timeline includes many more snowflakes that you might have missed.
The Frozen franchise is fairly straightforward to follow, especially if you’re only looking to watch the feature films since there are only two and they’re a direct continuation of each other. But if you’re interested in diving snow deep into the Frozen lore, we’d strongly suggest watching the main films first, then check out the short films and specials to enjoy some bonus content with your favourite character. After that, you can make your way through the docu-series if you’re interested in seeing the behind-the-scenes action that went into making the main films come to life. Whatever you do, don’t watch everything in a chronological or release order. The constant back and forth between the main movies, the dozen short films, specials, and docu-series will give you a brain-freeze, and melt away your sanity. Instead approach them one category at a time to soak in all the magic! Here’s our guide to help you do just that.
Along with its unforgettable characters and heartfelt moments, Frozen also gave us a magical playlist of iconic songs.
If you're in the mood to sing along to Frozen’s beloved hits like “Let It Go” and “Do You Wanna Build a Snowman?” Frozen Sing-Along Edition, features on-screen lyrics, making it a great alternative to the first film for repeat fans interested in organising a home karaoke night. If you’re not interested in singalongs and prefer story focused shows/movies more, you could skip this version.
Coming six years after the original, Frozen II is the much awaited addition to the franchise. If Frozen was a sparkling fairytale about sisterhood, magic, and self-acceptance, Frozen II is its moodier, more mature sibling. Disney dares to do something they’ve never done before with this sequel, entering into an uncharted territory of exploring what happens after the happily-ever-after. Gone are the snowy castles and whimsical trolls of Arendelle’s surface-level charm; instead, the film plunges its characters into an enchanted forest filled with mystery, history, and long-buried truths.
Frozen II is made for the kids that grew up on Frozen and are now slightly older, coming in as a strong coming-of-age story with layered characters and sharper worldbuilding making it more suitable for kids aged 7 and up. For kids that land under this age bracket, Frozen might be a more entertaining choice. Frozen II is also a great addition for Disney adults who enjoy the deeper complexities along with the stunning animation of films like Soul or Inside Out.
The feature films cover the main events and are enough to get familiarised with the franchise. You’re really not missing anything major if you skip the shorts and specials, and just watch Frozen and Frozen II back to back.
There’s close to a dozen short films and specials in the Frozen universe, and Disney is constantly adding more to the list. The specials and short-films exist more as a bonus treat for fans, rather than catalysts to move the story forward. They’re especially delightful for fans of Olaf, considering most of them center around his goofy antics and charming personality rather than the princesses’ adventures. The holiday specials Olaf’s Frozen Adventure and Arendelle Castle Yule Log are also a great addition for fans who are looking to add some Frozen cheer to the festive season.
First up is Frozen Fever. Take a glimpse into Elsa and Anna’s happily-ever-after in this adorable and quick Disney short, where Elsa plans a surprise birthday party for Anna, only for a series of unexpected mishaps to unfold along the way. Frozen Fever is a short, sweet, and charming bonus for fans who want to see more of Arendelle. Since the Disney shorts (Frozen Fever, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, Once Upon A Snowman) are so bite-sized, they’re best enjoyed when you binge them back-to-back like one mini Frozen marathon.
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Arendelle Castle Yule Log
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