National Treasure

National Treasure Guía y cronología

Ben Gates sees American landmarks and historical documents as clues to a much larger puzzle, even when following them makes him look like a criminal. National Treasure turns research into chases, break-ins and family arguments. The connected Edge of History series hands another hunt to Jess Valenzuela and her friends.

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Timeline guide

Following the National Treasure Hunts

Watch National Treasure (2004), then National Treasure: Book of Secrets. Continue with Edge of History if you want a new lead and another connected treasure hunt.

Entries
4
Released
3
Upcoming
1
Span
2004-2022

Edge of History follows Jess Valenzuela rather than replacing Ben Gates's two-film journey. Treat it as another perspective in the same screen world.

Overview & recommendation

Ben Gates treats historical objects as unfinished conversations: a document, inscription or family story might point toward something much larger. His determination turns research into thefts, chases and arguments with people who would prefer a safer interpretation of the evidence.

The first two films establish Ben's circle and the family ties behind his hunts. Edge of History hands the search to Jess Valenzuela and her friends, bringing a different personal mystery into the connected world. The main decision is whether you want to continue beyond Ben's films into a television adventure.

Start with the 2004 film and follow it with Book of Secrets. Move to Edge of History afterward for Jess's story; the films provide useful familiarity with the world, while the series gives its new lead her own mystery.

A Straightforward National Treasure Route 4 entries

The original film introduces Ben and his companions. Book of Secrets returns to that group, then Edge of History offers a longer mystery centered on Jess and her family.

  1. 1
    Templar treasure huntNational TreasureFilm · 2004
  2. 2
    Presidential Book of SecretsNational Treasure: Book of SecretsFilm · 2007
  3. 3
    Jess Valenzuela eraNational Treasure: Edge of HistorySeries · 2022
  4. 4
    In developmentNational Treasure 3Film · TBAUpcoming

Frequently asked questions 6 answers

Is Edge of History about Ben Gates?

Jess Valenzuela is its lead. It tells another connected treasure-hunting story, with a different central group and family mystery.

Should Book of Secrets come first because of its historical material?

No. Watch the original National Treasure first. The historical clues are part of each modern hunt, and Book of Secrets returns to characters already introduced in the first film.

How many National Treasure movies and shows are there?

National Treasure has 4 entries: 3 movies and 1 TV show, released between 2004 and 2022. 3 are already released and 1 is upcoming.

What is the chronological order of National Treasure?

In chronological (in-universe) order, National Treasure begins with National Treasure (Templar treasure hunt) and ends with National Treasure 3. The full chronological list of 4 entries is above.

What is the release order of National Treasure?

By release date, National Treasure starts with National Treasure (2004). The most recent release is National Treasure: Edge of History (2022).

What is the next National Treasure release and what should I watch before it?

The next National Treasure release is National Treasure 3. To catch up first, choose the relevant continuity and watch its released entries. Include alternative editions only if you want them in your personal goal.

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