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Series Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

Dark Rising Collection

The adventures of Summer Vale

2Movies
★ 4.6 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Dark Rising Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 4 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: 3.6/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 3.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Dark Rising Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Dark Rising 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 Dark Rising Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

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

1
Dark Rising

Dark Rising

2007★ 4.6AVERAGE

A weekend camping trip turns into a frantic fight against the supernatural when an ancient demon and a fearsome female warrior bring their eternal battle into t...

2
Dark Rising 2: Summer Strikes Back

Dark Rising 2: Summer Strikes Back

2011★ 2.6FLOP

Two years after Jason Parks (Landy Cannon) saved Warrior Princess Summer Vale (Brigitte Kingsley) from her life hunting Killopoths in the demon dimension, a sud...

Common Questions about Dark Rising Collection

How many movies are in the Dark Rising Collection?

There are currently 2 movies in the Dark Rising Collection, starting from Dark Rising to the latest release, Dark Rising 2: Summer Strikes Back.

What is the best order to watch the Dark Rising Collection?

The best way to watch the Dark Rising Collection is usually in release order: starting with Dark Rising and ending with Dark Rising 2: Summer Strikes Back. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Dark Rising Collection?

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