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Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection

Charlie Chan Chanthology

16Movies
★ 8.0 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection has evolved significantly over a span of -5 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 16 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.7/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.7. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Charlie Chan's Courage 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 Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Charlie Chan Carries On

Charlie Chan Carries On

1931★ 6.5HIT

Charlie steps in to solve the murder of a wealthy American found dead in a London hotel. Settings include London, Nice, San Remo, Honolulu and Hong Kong. Fast-p...

2
The Black Camel

The Black Camel

1931★ 6.1ABOVE AVERAGE

Movie star Shelah Fane is seeing wealthy Alan Jaynes while filming in Honolulu, Hawaii, but won't marry him without consulting famed psychic Tarneverro first. E...

3
Charlie Chan's Chance

Charlie Chan's Chance

1932★ 6.5HIT

Charlie is the intended murder victim here, and he avoids death only by chance. To find the murderer (since, of course, murder does occur), Charlie must outgues...

4
Charlie Chan's Greatest Case

Charlie Chan's Greatest Case

1933★ 6.0ABOVE AVERAGE

When a good-for-nothing man named Dan is stabbed to death and his arm broken, Charlie Chan is on the case. His first clue comes from the victim's sister, who no...

5
Charlie Chan's Courage

Charlie Chan's Courage

1934★ 8.0SUPER HIT

Charlie is hired to deliver a pearl necklace to a millionaire at his ranch. When murder intervenes he disguises himself as a Chinese servant and begins sleuthin...

6
Charlie Chan in London

Charlie Chan in London

1934★ 6.8HIT

Charlie Chan is sought out by Pamela Gray, a desperate young socialite whose brother Paul awaits execution for the murder of a weapons inventor. Pamela is convi...

7
Charlie Chan in Paris

Charlie Chan in Paris

1935★ 6.5HIT

Charlie's visit to Paris, ostensibly a vacation, is really a mission to investigate a bond-forgery racket. But his agent, apache dancer Nardi is killed before s...

8
Charlie Chan in Egypt

Charlie Chan in Egypt

1935★ 6.8HIT

While investigating the theft of antiquities from an ancient tomb excavation , Charlie discovers that the body of the expedition's leader concealed inside the m...

9
Charlie Chan in Shanghai

Charlie Chan in Shanghai

1935★ 6.6HIT

When a prominent official is murdered at a banquet honoring Charle Chan, the detective and son Lee team up to expose an opium-smuggling ring....

10
Charlie Chan's Secret

Charlie Chan's Secret

1936★ 6.9HIT

Allen Colby, heir to a huge fortune, is presumed drowned after an ocean liner sinks off the coast of Honolulu. Mysteriously, Colby reappears at his mansion only...

11
Charlie Chan at the Circus

Charlie Chan at the Circus

1936★ 6.3ABOVE AVERAGE

While visiting the circus with his family, Charlie is recruited by the big top's co-owner to investigate threatening letters that he's received....

12
Charlie Chan at the Race Track

Charlie Chan at the Race Track

1936★ 7.1HIT

When a friend of Charlie's is found kicked to death by his own race horse on board a Honolulu-bound liner, the detective discovers foul play and uncovers an int...

13
Charlie Chan at the Opera

Charlie Chan at the Opera

1936★ 6.8HIT

A dangerous amnesiac escapes from an asylum, hides in the opera house, and is suspected of getting revenge on those who tried to murder him 13 years ago....

14
Charlie Chan at the Olympics

Charlie Chan at the Olympics

1937★ 6.7HIT

Get ready for a Gold Medal murder mystery! This "tense, thrilling mystery" ('California Congress of Parents and Teachers') pits Charlie Chan against internation...

15
Charlie Chan on Broadway

Charlie Chan on Broadway

1937★ 7.0HIT

Returning from European exile where she avoided testifying against her criminal associates, a former singer with a tell-all diary is murdered to insure her sile...

16
Charlie Chan at Monte Carlo

Charlie Chan at Monte Carlo

1937★ 6.2ABOVE AVERAGE

Although Charlie and Lee are in Monaco for an art exhibit, they become caught up in a feud between rival financiers which involves the Chan's in a web of blackm...

Common Questions about Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection

How many movies are in the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection?

There are currently 16 movies in the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection, starting from Charlie Chan's Secret to the latest release, Charlie Chan Carries On.

What is the best order to watch the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection?

The best way to watch the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection is usually in release order: starting with Charlie Chan's Secret and ending with Charlie Chan Carries On. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Charlie Chan (Warner Oland) Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Charlie Chan's Courage in this franchise.