Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On
A documentary-series exploring the lives, hopes and dreams of three working class girls living in Adelaide, South Australia. The films visit them at ages 14, 18, 26, 33 and 48.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On has evolved significantly over a span of 34 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 5 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 2.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 2.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Smokes and Lollies 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 Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Smokes and Lollies
The first film in a Seven Up-like series examining the lives of three teenage girls in South Australia during the 1970s. It looks at issues such as boys and sex...

Fourteen's Good, Eighteen's Better
Profile on three young Adelaide women. Diana, Kerry and Josie are now 18 years old, and continue to have open and frank discussions about their lives....

Bingo, Bridesmaids & Braces
The third film in a documentary series from acclaimed director Gillian Armstrong, about the lives of three working class women. as they grow up from the age of ...
Not Fourteen Again
An exploration of the hopes and expectations of three working class women from Adelaide, and the differences and similarities they share with their daughters....

Love, Lust & Lies
The fifth film in the documentary series about the lives, hopes and dreams of three lively, working class Adelaide girls since they were fourteen in 1976....
Common Questions about Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On
How many movies are in the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On?
There are currently 5 movies in the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On, starting from Smokes and Lollies to the latest release, Love, Lust & Lies.
What is the best order to watch the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On?
The best way to watch the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On is usually in release order: starting with Smokes and Lollies and ending with Love, Lust & Lies. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Gillian Armstrong's Seven Years On?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Smokes and Lollies in this franchise.