What is candyman movie order?

The Candyman film series is a horror film franchise consisting of four films. The series is based on a short story, "The Forbidden," by Clive Barker.

The first film, simply titled "Candyman," was released in 1992 and directed by Bernard Rose. It starred Tony Todd as the titular character, a hook-handed vengeful ghost who haunts the Cabrini-Green housing project in Chicago. It was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $25 million on a $6 million budget.

The second film, "Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh," was released in 1995 and directed by Bill Condon. It follows the Candyman's origin story, revealing how he became a vengeful spirit. This film was not as well-received as the first and was a box office disappointment.

The third film, "Candyman: Day of the Dead," was released in 1999 and directed by Turi Meyer. It starred Tony Todd reprising his role as Candyman and followed a woman trying to lift the curse he placed on her family. This film was panned by critics and was a direct-to-video release.

The fourth and most recent film, "Candyman," was released in 2021 and directed by Nia DaCosta. It's a sequel to the first film but ignores the events of the previous two sequels. It stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as the protagonist and Tony Todd in a cameo appearance. The film garnered positive reviews and was a box office success.

Overall, the Candyman film series is a cult classic in the horror genre, with the first film often considered a classic.