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Mary Poppins Movie Watch Order in the correct order
How to watch the Mary Poppins movies in order
Last updated: August 5 2026
Written by: ChronoAlice
Mary Poppins has a small but beloved film franchise, making it easy for families to watch in the intended sequence. Starting with the 1964 original is the best way to experience the character before moving to the legacy sequel decades later.
Few family musicals are as enduring as Mary Poppins. The original film remains a Disney landmark thanks to its songs, performances, and mix of whimsy with emotional warmth, while the 2018 sequel revisits the Banks family in a new generation. Since there are only two films, the order is straightforward, but watching them in sequence gives the sequel more emotional resonance.
π Release Order
Release order is the right way to watch Mary Poppins because the newer film was designed as a loving continuation of the original's legacy.
- Mary Poppins (1964)
- Mary Poppins Returns (2018)
This is a simple two-film series, so chronology and release order align neatly.
π Story Chronology
Story chronology begins with Mary Poppins helping the young Banks children and later returns to the family years afterward in Mary Poppins Returns.
- Mary Poppins (1964)
- Mary Poppins Returns (2018)
Which Order Should You Choose?
Start with Mary Poppins and then move to Mary Poppins Returns. Release order gives you the full nostalgic payoff, especially because the sequel echoes the tone, music, and spirit of the original rather than replacing it. It is the cleanest and most rewarding way to watch the franchise.
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