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Series Freshness: Feb 01, 2026

Burnt by the Sun Trilogy

Russia, 1936: revolutionary hero Colonel Kotov is spending an idyllic summer in his dacha with his young wife and six-year-old daughter Nadia and other assorted family and friends. Things change dramatically with the unheralded arrival of Cousin Dmitri from Moscow, who charms the women and little Nadia with his games and pianistic bravura. But Kotov isn't fooled: this is the time of Stalin's repre

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★ 6.9 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Burnt by the Sun Trilogy has evolved significantly over a span of 16 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 5.2/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Burnt by the Sun Trilogy has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Burnt by the Sun 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 Burnt by the Sun Trilogy. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

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Burnt by the Sun

Burnt by the Sun

1994★ 6.9HIT

Russia, 1936: revolutionary hero Colonel Kotov is spending an idyllic summer in his dacha with his young wife and six-year-old daughter Nadia and other assorted...

2
Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus

Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus

2010★ 4.6AVERAGE

Epic film about WWII, a sequel to Utomlyonnye solntsem (1994). Evil Stalin is terrorizing people of Russia while the Nazis are advancing. Russian officer Kotov,...

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Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel

Burnt by the Sun 2: Citadel

2011★ 4.2FLOP

The final part of Mikhalkov's trilogy about Divisional Commander Kotov finds him returning home during World War II having been betrayed, narrowly escaped execu...

Common Questions about Burnt by the Sun Trilogy

How many movies are in the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy?

There are currently 3 movies in the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy, starting from Burnt by the Sun to the latest release, Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus.

What is the best order to watch the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy?

The best way to watch the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy is usually in release order: starting with Burnt by the Sun and ending with Burnt by the Sun 2: Exodus. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Burnt by the Sun Trilogy?

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