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Series Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

Bats Collection

Bats is a 1999 American horror film directed by Louis Morneau and produced by Bradley Jenkel and Louise Rosner. The film stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Dina Meyer, Bob Gunton and Leon. A hostile swarm of genetically mutated bats terrorize a local Texas town, and it is up to zoologist Sheila Casper, who teams up with town Sheriff Emmett Kimsey, to exterminate the creatures before they take more lives. A TV movie sequel to this film, Bats: Human Harvest, was made by the Sci-Fi Channel in 2007.

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★ 4.6 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Bats Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 8 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 2 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 4.5/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.5. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Bats Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Bats standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.

Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal

Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Bats Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Bats Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

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Bats

Bats

1999★ 4.6AVERAGE

Genetically mutated bats escape and it's up to a bat expert and the local sheriff to stop them....

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Bats: Human Harvest

Bats: Human Harvest

2007★ 4.5AVERAGE

A group of Delta Force soldiers, accompanied by a CIA agent, are sent to the Belzan forest in Chechnya in search of a rogue American weapons researcher, Dr. Ben...

Common Questions about Bats Collection

How many movies are in the Bats Collection?

There are currently 2 movies in the Bats Collection, starting from Bats to the latest release, Bats: Human Harvest.

What is the best order to watch the Bats Collection?

The best way to watch the Bats Collection is usually in release order: starting with Bats and ending with Bats: Human Harvest. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Bats Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Bats in this franchise.