Cross Collection
Cross is a 2011 American action fantasy film written by Patrick Durham, John Sachar, and Tanner Wiley. It was released direct-to-video. Cross was the 41st most popular film on the Internet Movie Database when it was released. A sequel called Cross Wars was released in 2017 an a 3rd installment was released in 2019.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Cross Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 8 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: 4.2/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Cross Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Cross: Rise of the Villains 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 Cross Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Cross Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Cross
Given incredible power by an ancient Celtic Cross. Callan continues to fight evil... Now, joined by a team of weapons experts, Callan battles an unstoppable emp...
Cross Wars
Cross is aided by his team of weapons experts Riot, War, Shark, Lucia, Ranger, Saint, Blackfire and Nuke. Their biggest fight is against their most dangerous en...
Cross: Rise of the Villains
Armed with an explosive powerful ancient cross amulet, Callan is back with his extraordinary team of weapons experts to defend Los Angeles from its biggest thre...
Common Questions about Cross Collection
How many movies are in the Cross Collection?
There are currently 3 movies in the Cross Collection, starting from Cross to the latest release, Cross: Rise of the Villains.
What is the best order to watch the Cross Collection?
The best way to watch the Cross Collection is usually in release order: starting with Cross and ending with Cross: Rise of the Villains. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Cross Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Cross: Rise of the Villains in this franchise.