Crime Hunter
A trilogy of cop films directed by Toshimichi Ohkawa and starring Seiji Matano, Masanori Sera and Riki Takeuchi.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Crime Hunter has evolved significantly over a span of 1 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: 6.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Crime Hunter has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Crime Hunter: Bullets of Rage 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 Crime Hunter. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Crime Hunter franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Crime Hunter: Bullets of Rage
After his partner Ahiru is gunned down in the process of arresting criminal Bruce Sawamura, cop Joe "Joker" Kawamura goes rogue and tries to get revenge. Since ...
Crime Hunter 2 - Bullets of Betrayal
Detective Joker from Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, USA is dispatched after receiving 211 calls from the police station....
Crime Hunter 3: Killing Bullet
Joe reunites with his ex-lover Serika, unbeknownst that she is the mistress and pawn of Mexican-Japanese crime lord Nicol. Joe’s superiors see Serika as a suspe...
Common Questions about Crime Hunter
How many movies are in the Crime Hunter?
There are currently 3 movies in the Crime Hunter, starting from Crime Hunter: Bullets of Rage to the latest release, Crime Hunter 3: Killing Bullet.
What is the best order to watch the Crime Hunter?
The best way to watch the Crime Hunter is usually in release order: starting with Crime Hunter: Bullets of Rage and ending with Crime Hunter 3: Killing Bullet. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Crime Hunter?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Crime Hunter: Bullets of Rage in this franchise.