Frozen Movies in Order: Release Order and Chronological Order
The Frozen movies in order of release are Frozen (2013), Frozen Fever (2015), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017), Frozen II (2019) and Once Upon a Snowman (2020), which makes two feature films plus three shorts. Frozen III is dated for November 24, 2027, and every title so far streams on Disney+ in the US, UK and Australia.
Frozen Movies in Order of Release
Frozen Chronological Order: Where the Shorts Fit
How Long Are All the Frozen Movies?
Watching all 2 Frozen movies takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. The longest is Frozen II at 1 hour and 43 minutes and the shortest is Frozen at 1 hour and 42 minutes.
| # | Film | Runtime | Running total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frozen (2013) | 1h 42m | 1 hour and 42 minutes |
| 2 | Frozen II (2019) | 1h 43m | 3 hours and 25 minutes |
Source: Cinvibe, How Long Are All the Frozen Movies?, updated 2026-11-03, cinvibe.com/frozen/watch-order/#runtime-table
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About the Release Order
The Frozen movies in order of release are Frozen (2013), Frozen Fever (2015), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017), Frozen II (2019) and Once Upon a Snowman (2020). Two of those are feature films and three are shorts, and all five stream on Disney+ in the US, UK and Australia as of November 3, 2026.
- Frozen (2013), directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, opened in US theaters on November 27, 2013. It runs 102 minutes and is rated PG.
- Frozen Fever (2015), directed by Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, reached US theaters on March 13, 2015, playing before Cinderella. It runs 8 minutes and is rated G.
- Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017), directed by Stevie Wermers-Skelton and Kevin Deters, arrived on November 22, 2017, ahead of Pixar's Coco. It runs 22 minutes and is rated G.
- Frozen II (2019), directed by Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, opened on November 22, 2019. It runs 103 minutes and is rated PG.
- Once Upon a Snowman (2020), directed by Dan Abraham and Trent Correy, skipped theaters and debuted on Disney+ on October 23, 2020. It runs 7 minutes and is rated G.
The shorts matter to the count. If you are asking how many Frozen movies there are, the answer is two features and three shorts. Olaf's Frozen Adventure was pulled from Coco from December 8, 2017 as a limited run, and it later aired on ABC on December 14, 2017, which is why you may remember it as a holiday special rather than a theater short.
The next entry is Frozen 3, which Disney lists for November 24, 2027. For the full list of Frozen movies with cast and box office, start at the franchise hub.
About the Chronological Order
The Frozen chronological order puts Frozen (2013) first and Frozen II second, the same sequence as release order, with the three shorts fitting around them. Disney has not published a numbered story order for the shorts, so the notes below describe where each short's setup sits rather than giving an official ranking.
- Frozen (2013): Elsa, born with ice powers, and her sister Anna grow apart behind closed castle gates, and the film follows what happens when the gates open.
- Once Upon a Snowman: it begins right after Elsa builds her ice palace and brings Olaf to life, and it follows him alone on the mountain outside Arendelle before he meets Anna and Kristoff in the main film.
- Frozen Fever: it is Anna's birthday, and Elsa tries to hide a cold while Kristoff, Sven and Olaf help with the secret party.
- Olaf's Frozen Adventure: it is the first Christmas season since the gates of Arendelle reopened, and Olaf sets out to collect holiday traditions for the sisters.
- Frozen II: set some years after Elsa became queen, it sends Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven north to the Enchanted Forest.
If you want the wider story of Arendelle and its characters, the Frozen timeline goes deeper, and the Frozen characters page covers Elsa, Anna, Olaf and Kristoff.
Where Should You Start With Frozen?
In my opinion, start with Frozen (2013) and watch in release order, because the shorts lean on the two features and the features reward being seen in sequence. It is the entry every other title assumes you know, and at 102 minutes and a PG rating it is a sensible first pick for a family night.
If you are choosing for younger viewers, the shorts are the gentler route, since Frozen Fever, Olaf's Frozen Adventure and Once Upon a Snowman are all rated G. Frozen Fever lasts 8 minutes and Once Upon a Snowman 7, so either works as a bedtime warm up before committing to a full film. Perhaps the best use of Olaf's Frozen Adventure is as a December watch, since it is built around holiday traditions.
The obvious question is whether you should follow release order or a story order. For most viewers I would pick release order, because Once Upon a Snowman, which is set during the events of the first film, lands better once you have already met Olaf and know where he ends up. That being said, if you are rewatching with someone who already loves the first film, slotting that short straight after Frozen (2013) is a nice touch.
Frozen II (2019) comes next, and Once Upon a Snowman closes out the list on Disney+, where all five titles sit in one place. Check the where to watch Frozen table for rent and buy options if you prefer, and keep an eye on the Frozen 3 trailer page for new footage ahead of November 2027.
Facts
- Frozen (2013) opened in US theaters on November 27, 2013. D23, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen Fever was released in US theaters on March 13, 2015, before Cinderella. D23, checked 2026-11-03
- Olaf's Frozen Adventure was released in US theaters on November 22, 2017, before Coco. TheWrap, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen II opened in US theaters on November 22, 2019, moved up from November 27. BroadwayWorld, checked 2026-11-03
- Once Upon a Snowman debuted on Disney+ on October 23, 2020. Disney+ Press, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen II grossed $1,453,683,476 worldwide on a $150 million budget. Box Office Mojo, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen (2013) grossed $1,310,317,561 worldwide on a $150 million budget, according to Box Office Mojo. Box Office Mojo, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen (2013) streams on Disney Plus in the US, UK and Australia. JustWatch via TMDB, checked 2026-11-03
- Frozen III is listed for a US theatrical release on November 24, 2027. D23, checked 2026-11-03
- Jennifer Lee and Trent Correy are confirmed as directors of Frozen III. D23, checked 2026-11-03
FAQs
How to watch Frozen in order?
Watch Frozen (2013), Frozen Fever (2015), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017), Frozen II (2019) and Once Upon a Snowman (2020) in that release order. Once Upon a Snowman is set during the events of the first film, so some viewers watch it straight after Frozen (2013).
What is the chronological order of all Disney movies?
Disney has no single official chronological order across all its films, but for Frozen the two features run Frozen (2013) and then Frozen II. Disney has not published a numbered story order for the shorts, though Once Upon a Snowman is set during the events of the first film and Olaf's Frozen Adventure takes place in the first Christmas season after the gates of Arendelle reopened.
Is Frozen available on Disney+?
Yes. Frozen (2013), Frozen Fever, Olaf's Frozen Adventure, Frozen II and Once Upon a Snowman all stream with a Disney+ subscription in the US, UK and Australia, according to JustWatch data via TMDB checked on November 3, 2026.
How many movies does Frozen have?
Frozen has two feature films, Frozen (2013) and Frozen II (2019), plus three shorts: Frozen Fever (2015), Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017) and Once Upon a Snowman (2020). Frozen III is dated for November 24, 2027.
Is there Frozen 3 and 4?
Frozen III has a US theatrical date of November 24, 2027 on Disney's D23 listing, with Jennifer Lee and Trent Correy directing. TheWrap reported in November 2025 that Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel and Josh Gad signed deals covering Frozen III and Frozen 4, and Disney declined to comment, so treat that as a report.
Was Frozen 2 a hit or a flop?
Frozen II was a hit by the numbers. Box Office Mojo lists $1.45 billion worldwide on a $150 million budget, ahead of Frozen (2013), which earned $1.31 billion worldwide on the same budget.
How long are all the Frozen movies?
Watching all 2 Frozen movies takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. The longest is Frozen II at 1 hour and 43 minutes and the shortest is Frozen at 1 hour and 42 minutes.