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Official Collection
Series Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

Detective Chinatown Collection

After failing to become a cop, a mystery enthusiast goes to visit his hapless cousin in Thailand. One is a brainiac and the other a twitchy loser, but together they're going to solve a murder.

4Movies
★ 6.8 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Detective Chinatown Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 10 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.2/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Detective Chinatown Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Detective Chinatown 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 Detective Chinatown Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Detective Chinatown Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Detective Chinatown

Detective Chinatown

2015★ 6.8HIT

After being rejected from the police college, a mannerly man travels to Bangkok where he and an energetic distant relative must solve a murder case....

2
Detective Chinatown 2

Detective Chinatown 2

2018★ 6.2ABOVE AVERAGE

Driven by the desire for the huge reward, Tang Ren tricked Qin Feng to New York, to attend the World Detective Contest. Later on, behind the crazy competition, ...

3
Detective Chinatown 3

Detective Chinatown 3

2021★ 5.6ABOVE AVERAGE

Tang Ren and Qin Feng travel to Japan to investigate the death of a mafia head. As they suspect foul play, they engage in a battle of wits against foreign detec...

4
Detective Chinatown 1900

Detective Chinatown 1900

2025★ 6.3ABOVE AVERAGE

In 1900, a white woman was murdered in Chinatown in San Francisco, and the suspect was a Chinese man. The murder caused social shock, and people demanded the cl...

Common Questions about Detective Chinatown Collection

How many movies are in the Detective Chinatown Collection?

There are currently 4 movies in the Detective Chinatown Collection, starting from Detective Chinatown to the latest release, Detective Chinatown 1900.

What is the best order to watch the Detective Chinatown Collection?

The best way to watch the Detective Chinatown Collection is usually in release order: starting with Detective Chinatown and ending with Detective Chinatown 1900. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Detective Chinatown Collection?

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