Dennis the Menace Collection
Dennis the Menace is a 1993 American family comedy film based on the Hank Ketcham comic strip of the same name. Dennis the Menace concerns the misadventures of a mischievous child (Mason Gamble) who wreaks havoc on his next door neighbor George Wilson (Walter Matthau), usually hangs out with his friends Joey (Kellen Hathaway) and Margaret Wade (Amy Sakasitz), and is followed everywhere by his dog, Ruff. The film also features a cameo appearance by Jeannie Russell who was a cast member on the original television show. Released on June 25, 1993, Dennis the Menace was a commercial success, grossing $117.2 million on a $35 million budget despite receiving negative reviews from critics. A direct-to-video sequel called Dennis the Menace Strikes Again was later released in 1998 without the cast from this film. Another direct-to-video sequel called A Dennis the Menace Christmas was released in 2007 with different cast from both first and second films.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Dennis the Menace Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 14 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: 5.6/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Dennis the Menace Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Dennis the Menace 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 Dennis the Menace Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Dennis the Menace Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Dennis the Menace
Mr. Wilson's ever-present annoyance comes in the form of one mischievous kid named Dennis. But he'll need Dennis's tricks to uncover a collection of gold coins ...
Dennis the Menace Strikes Again!
Barricade the doors. Lock the windows. Because he's baaaack. That one-boy wrecking crew, Dennis the Menace, returns for more mischief and mayhem. Based on the c...
A Dennis the Menace Christmas
A Dennis The Menace version of A Christmas Carol where Mr. Wilson plays his own version of Scrooge. While Dennis has problems of his own with the neighborhood b...
Common Questions about Dennis the Menace Collection
How many movies are in the Dennis the Menace Collection?
There are currently 3 movies in the Dennis the Menace Collection, starting from Dennis the Menace to the latest release, A Dennis the Menace Christmas.
What is the best order to watch the Dennis the Menace Collection?
The best way to watch the Dennis the Menace Collection is usually in release order: starting with Dennis the Menace and ending with A Dennis the Menace Christmas. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Dennis the Menace Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Dennis the Menace in this franchise.