Hakuryu
A series of crime films starring Hakuryu as Hakuryu.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Hakuryu has evolved significantly over a span of 6 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 11 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 0.0/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 0.0. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Hakuryu has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Hakuryu: Reward for Shinogi 1st Chapter 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 Hakuryu. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Hakuryu franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Hakuryu: Reward for Shinogi 1st Chapter
Tatsuya Shirakawa is a young leader of the Kurosu clan whose territory is Shibuya. For the sake of his clan and his boss, he skillfully manipulates influential ...
Hakuryu 2: Reward for Shinogi Chapter 2
The Kurosu clan has succeeded in making 20 billion yen from the sale of golf course stock certificates, just as young leader Tatsuya Shirakawa had hoped. In ord...
Hakuryu 3: Ruthless Battle Royale
An unprecedented scandal of human experimentation by a well-known company is uncovered. The cool and intelligent yakuza Hakuryu confronts the big company and fa...
Hakuryu 4: Red Carpet of Death
The Kurosu clan has made a huge profit through stock trading thanks to the skills of Hakuryu. The Kurosu clan leader, Kosuke Kurosu, receives an invitation from...
Hakuryu 5: Ruler vs Dictator
This is the only time in the series that Hakuryu has an all-out confrontation with the police. The highlight is how Hakuryu maneuvers his way out of the trap se...
Hakuryu 6: Flame of Honor
The always calm and collected Hakuryu rides into Hakata to save his old friend who is caught in a turf war. Hakuryu's chivalrous spirit is a powerful force as h...
Hakuryu 7: Assassination Plan for Hakuryu
Tatsuya Shirakawa, the acting head of the Kurosu clan, who has ruled Shibuya, where outlaws are thriving, and has reached the top of the underworld, is planning...
Hakuryu 9: Arisa, That Woman...
Arisa, a former lady and hostess, falls in love with Hakuryu, who saved her from a tight spot, and goes to him make an oath with the Kurosu clan. The serious wa...
Hakuryu 8: Invasion of Roppongi
The main character, Hakuryu, played by Hakuryu, is bursting with unexpected strategies. The development of his attempts to take a large organization by the hand...
Hakuryu 10: White Dragon vs Black Dragon
In this series, money-related matters arise frequently, and this time, too, we find ourselves involved in a bidding war. The heated information war, the true ai...
Hakuryu 11: Son of Hitler
Hakuryu, a.k.a. Tatsuya Shirakawa, acting head of the Kurosu clan, accidentally rescues a woman who has escaped from a life of drug addiction. The woman was a d...
Common Questions about Hakuryu
How many movies are in the Hakuryu?
There are currently 11 movies in the Hakuryu, starting from Hakuryu: Reward for Shinogi 1st Chapter to the latest release, Hakuryu 11: Son of Hitler.
What is the best order to watch the Hakuryu?
The best way to watch the Hakuryu is usually in release order: starting with Hakuryu: Reward for Shinogi 1st Chapter and ending with Hakuryu 11: Son of Hitler. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Hakuryu?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Hakuryu: Reward for Shinogi 1st Chapter in this franchise.