The three PAW Patrol movies go in this order: PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021), PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023), and PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie (2026). If your kids mainly want to see dinosaurs, you can start with the third. The earlier movies and TV series give viewers more time with the characters, but the new rescue mission stands on its own.
For a first introduction to the crew, pick the original. For a superhero movie night, choose The Mighty Movie. And if the promise of a dinosaur island is what got everyone to the couch, go straight to The Dino Movie.
What order should you watch the PAW Patrol movies in?
| Order | Movie | Pick this one if… |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021) | You want an introduction to Adventure City, Liberty, and a story centered on Chase. |
| 2 | PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023) | Your child likes superheroes or wants to see Skye take the lead. |
| 3 | PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie (2026) | You’re here for dinosaurs, Rex, and an island rescue adventure. |
If you’re planning to watch all three, follow the release order in Paramount+’s guide to the PAW Patrol movies. It lets children meet the characters before later films shift the spotlight to different members of the team. If your child already watches the TV series, ask which character or theme they want to see. That may settle the choice faster than looking up the timeline.
Which PAW Patrol movie should you pick for one family movie night?
Start with PAW Patrol: The Movie if your child is new to the franchise. The Adventure City rescue shows how Ryder and the pups work together. Chase gets a personal reason to care about the mission, and Liberty gives newcomers another character through whom to meet the team. Paramount+ lists the film as G in the United States. It’s a straightforward pick if you want to introduce the characters without explaining who everyone is first.
Pick The Mighty Movie for a superhero fan. A meteor gives the pups superpowers, and Skye takes center stage. If your child already has a favorite character and it’s Skye, this is an easy choice. You can set up the story in one sentence before pressing play: the pups have new powers and need to figure out how to use them on a rescue mission.
Pick The Dino Movie for the dinosaur fan. Ryder and the pups wind up on an island where they meet Rex, a pup who knows dinosaurs. The island and the rescue give the movie a clear starting point. Kids who recognize the characters from the show can jump straight into the adventure. If they want more afterward, you can always go back to the first two films on another night.
How long is The Dino Movie, and what should parents expect?
Paramount+’s guide to The Dino Movie lists a runtime of about 88 minutes and a US rating of PG for mild action and peril. The story includes a storm and a volcanic eruption. If your child is sensitive to scenes where characters or animals are in danger, those examples give you a better sense of what to expect than the rating alone.
For a movie night before bedtime, allow about an hour and a half for the film, plus time to get everyone settled. If the window is shorter, you can watch in two sittings. And if you’re watching the whole series, one movie per night gives younger viewers time to decide which characters and adventures they liked best before moving on.
Where can you watch the movies in the US and Canada?
In the United States, Paramount+ lists the first two films as available and announces The Dino Movie for Thursday, November 12, 2026. If your movie night is before that date, pick one of the earlier films or check your preferred digital store for rental options for the third.
In Canada, the November 12 subscription release date is still unconfirmed. Search your Canadian catalog for the exact title and the 2026 release year, then open the feature film’s page and look for the actual play or rental option. A trailer, an episode of the TV series, and a listing for the movie can all turn up in the same search. If your family wants to watch in French, check the audio and subtitle options on the listing you’ll actually use.
For another example of how a US subscription listing can differ from a Canadian rental offer, see Enzvia’s US and Canadian viewing options for The Uprising. If you’re planning a theater outing instead, our US and Canada showtimes guide for Godzilla Minus Zero explains how to check the language of an individual screening before booking.
