The Paranormal Activity franchise begins with the release of the first film, which popularized the found footage horror genre.
Paramount Pictures officially announces the development of a spin-off to the Paranormal Activity series, focusing on a new storyline.
Principal photography for the film takes place in California, emphasizing a Latino cultural influence and a departure from the original setting.
The film is released in theaters, expanding the Paranormal Activity universe with new characters and a fresh narrative.
Jesse discovers a mysterious symbol and experiences unsettling supernatural occurrences at his house in Oxnard, California.
Jesse, along with his friend Hector, explore a nearby cave rumored to be connected to the demonic activity surrounding Jesse's family.
Jesse notices the tattooed 'marked man' symbol on his wrist, indicating he has been chosen or marked by the demon entity.
Jesse starts showing signs of demonic possession, including disturbing behavior and visions.
A desperate attempt is made to exorcise the demon from Jesse's body, but the ritual fails and results in tragic consequences.
After Jesse vanishes, Hector searches for his friend, uncovering more about the demon's influence and the cult associated with it.
The film reveals connections between Jesse's demonic possession and the events in the original Paranormal Activity films, linking the two storylines.
