Detective in the Bar
In the Susukino red light district of Sapporo, a private detective (Yo Oizumi) drinks alcohol with his driver Takada (Ryuhei Matsuda) in his favourite bar. There he receives a phone call from a woman who identifies herself as Kyoko Kondo. The woman asks the detective to complete a simple task. The detective, having an excellent sense for danger, thinks the work is easy and accepts the case. The next day he begins the investigation.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Detective in the Bar has evolved significantly over a span of 6 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: 7.5/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 7.5. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Detective in the Bar has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Detective in the Bar 2 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 in the Bar. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Detective in the Bar franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Phone Call to the Bar
In the Susukino red light district of Sapporo, a private detective (Yo Oizumi) drinks alcohol with his driver Takada (Ryuhei Matsuda) in his favourite bar. Ther...
Detective in the Bar 2
A friend of the detective has been is murdered. During the investigation, he comes across a source which tells him that his friend was murdered for involvement ...
The Last Shot in the Bar
In order to find a missing university student, a detective and his buddy get involved with the owner of a modeling agency....
Common Questions about Detective in the Bar
How many movies are in the Detective in the Bar?
There are currently 3 movies in the Detective in the Bar, starting from Phone Call to the Bar to the latest release, The Last Shot in the Bar.
What is the best order to watch the Detective in the Bar?
The best way to watch the Detective in the Bar is usually in release order: starting with Phone Call to the Bar and ending with The Last Shot in the Bar. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Detective in the Bar?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Detective in the Bar 2 in this franchise.