How To Watch Jesse Stone Movies In Order: All 9 Movies

Nine full-length motion pictures make up the Jesse Stone film franchise. These movies are based on the character Jesse Stone, from the detective novels written by Robert B. Parker. Headlined by Tom Selleck, they follow a former Los Angeles homicide detective tasked with solving homicides in a tiny town in Massachusetts. Each movie features recognizable components of a crime drama that are relatable to viewers and concludes satisfactorily. We have listed below the watch order of the nine Jesse Stone movies (release and chronological) for the film series fans.

How to watch Jesse Stone Movies in the order of their Release 

Jesse Stone: Stone Cold

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Jesse Stone: Stone Cold is a crime drama comedy made just for TV. It is the first of nine TV movies based on Robert B. Parker’s books about the character Jesse Stone. Stone Cold is a remarkably well-crafted thriller featuring efficient direction, stunning cinematography that captures both the coldness and beauty of the film’s visuals, and an excellent screenplay filled with memorable lines, compelling situations, and well-developed characters. Tom Selleck’s portrayal of Jesse Stone is a commendable performance.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Jane Adams
• Reg Rogers

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	February 20, 2005
Running Time	87 minutes

Jesse Stone: Night Passage

IMDb Rating: 7.2

Jesse Stone: Night Passage is the second film in the Jesse Stone series, following ‘Jesse Stone: Stone Cold’ (2005). However, it is essential to note that ‘Night Passage’ is a prequel to ‘Stone Cold,’ which means it should/can be watched before ‘Stone Cold.’ Plot-wise, this is more logical. The film premiered on the CBS television network on January 15, 2006. There are various ways in which this movie in the series deviates from the book. Tom Selleck’s performance is the standout feature of the flick. He leverages his Magnum persona and the positive reputation that accompanies it to evoke support for Jesse Stone. The writing and cinematography received appreciation.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Saul Rubinek
• Viola Davis

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	January 15, 2006
Running Time	89 minutes

Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise is a film adaptation of the 2001 novel Death in Paradise by Robert B. Parker. The story revolves around a police chief, Jesse Stone, who resides in a small town and battles alcoholism. When a teenage girl’s lifeless body is discovered floating in a lake, Stone takes it upon himself to investigate the murder. The story is set in the fictitious town of Paradise, Massachusetts, and shot on location in Nova Scotia. It was deemed a polished, clean, and professionally executed film, making it a great addition to the franchise.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Viola Davis
• Kohl Sudduth

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	April 30, 2006
Running Time	87 minutes

Jesse Stone: Sea Change

IMDb Rating: 7.1

In Jesse Stone: Sea Change, the police chief Jesse Stone is looking into the murder of a bank worker shot during a robbery that hasn’t been solved yet and an alleged rape that puts him at odds with the town council. The film seamlessly continues the story from where the previous installments left off. It received an Emmy Award Nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie (Tom Selleck). 

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Kathy Baker
• Kohl Sudduth

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	May 22, 2007
Running Time	88 minutes

Jesse Stone: Thin Ice

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Jesse Stone: Thin Ice is the fifth movie in the series of nine television films. The film was honored with the Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography by the American Society of Cinematographers Awards. Additionally, Rene Ohashi received a Canadian Society of Cinematographers Award for Best Cinematography in TV Drama. The filming locations include Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. 

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Kohl Sudduth
• Kathy Baker

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	March 1, 2009
Running Time	88 minutes

Jesse Stone: No Remorse

IMDb Rating: 7.2

The CBS television network aired Jesse Stone: No Remorse on May 9, 2010. In contrast to the preceding four Jesse Stone movies, Tom Selleck and Michael Brandman wrote the screenplay for Jesse Stone: No Remorse, which changed the course of the story. For this film, in 2010, David Gribble was nominated for the American Society of Cinematographers Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in the Motion Picture/Miniseries Television category.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Kohl Sudduth
• Kathy Baker
• Stephen McHattie
• Krista Allen

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	May 9, 2010
Running Time	87 minutes

Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost

IMDb Rating: 7.0

Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost follows the story of Stone, a retired police chief, as he delves into the mysterious death of a close young friend. Meanwhile, the police force finds itself grappling with the presence of a new, arrogant police chief who happens to be the son-in-law of a town councilman. Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost, unlike the earlier films in the Jesse Stone series, is not adapted from any of Robert B. Parker’s novels. Tom Selleck and Michael Brandman co-wrote the screenplay. It marked their second collaboration on an original screenplay for Jesse Stone.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Kathy Baker
• Kohl Sudduth
• Gloria Reuben
• Stephen McHattie
• William Sadler
• Mark Blum

Director	Dick Lowry
Release Date	May 22, 2011
Running Time	91 minutes

Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt attracted a record-breaking viewership of 12.93 million, garnering the highest viewership the night it was aired. It is the eighth installment in the Jesse Stone Nine television films franchise. It premiered on the CBS television network on May 20, 2012.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Kathy Baker
• Kohl Sudduth
• Stephen McHattie
• Gloria Reuben
• Robert Carradine
• Jeff Geddis
• William Devane
• Jeremy Akerman

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	May 20, 2012
Running Time	87 minutes

Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise

IMDb Rating: 7.2

Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise was written by Tom Selleck and Michael Brandman. The film was shot in Lunenburg and Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is a well-executed whodunit that captivates viewers with its grim atmosphere and Tom Selleck’s exceptional performance.

The movie was considered a must-see and hailed as the best installment in the Jesse Stone film series. Despite being released three years later than the previous film, it was well worth the wait. 

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video (Rent/ Buy)

Cast:

• Tom Selleck
• Mackenzie Foy
• William Devane
• Luke Perry
• Amelia Rose Blaire
• Gloria Reuben
• William Sadler
• Al Sapienza
• Kohl Sudduth

Director	Robert Harmon
Release Date	October 18, 2015
Running Time	86 minutes

Jesse Stone Movies Chronological Watch Order

Here is the chronological watch order of the Jesse Stone flicks for those who are interested in following the precise series timeline:

Watch Jesse Stone Movies in Chronological Order
Movie Title	Release Date (U.S.)	IMDb Rating
Jesse Stone: Night Passage	January 15, 2006	7.2
Jesse Stone: Stone Cold	February 20, 2005	7.1
Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise	April 30, 2006	7.1
Jesse Stone: Sea Change	May 22, 2007	7.1
Jesse Stone: Thin Ice	March 1, 2009	7.1
Jesse Stone: No Remorse	May 9, 2010	7.2
Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost	May 22, 2011	7.0
Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt	May 20, 2012	7.1
Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise	October 18, 2015	7.2

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