While James Dashner wrote prequel novels—specifically The Fever Code and The Kill Order —these have never been adapted for the screen. Therefore, the three films listed above comprise the entirety of the cinematic universe.
Thomas leads the group on their final mission to break into the Last City to save their friends and find a cure for the Flare virus. The Book Series: Two Ways to Read 1. The Release Order (Recommended for First-Timers) maze runner in order
This is the conclusion of the character arcs. The relationships between Thomas, Newt, and Minho are the emotional core of the series, and this film delivers a heart-wrenching and explosive finale. The Book Series: Two Ways to Read 1
However, Thomas soon discovers that their "rescue" is a lie. They are still subjects of WCKD (World Catastrophe Killzone Department). The group escapes into "The Scorch"—a desolate, post-apocalyptic landscape ravaged by solar flares and populated by "Cranks" (zombie-like victims of the Flare virus). However, Thomas soon discovers that their "rescue" is a lie