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Series Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

Homunculus

6Movies
★ 7.4 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Homunculus has evolved significantly over a span of 2 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 6 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.6/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Homunculus has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Revenge of the Homunculus 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 Homunculus. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Homunculus franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
The Artificial Man

The Artificial Man

1916★ 6.2ABOVE AVERAGE

Part of the artificial-creature series encompassing Der Golem (1914 and 1920), Alraune (1918, 1928, 1930) and Metropolis (1926), 'Homunculus' was the most popul...

2
The Mysterious Book

The Mysterious Book

1916★ 7.0HIT

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3
The Love Tragedy of the Homunculus

The Love Tragedy of the Homunculus

1916★ 7.0HIT

The homunculus and his companion Edgar Rodin make an invention that would allow the hateful homunculus to destroy the world. But first he wants to find out abou...

4
The Revenge of the Homunculus

The Revenge of the Homunculus

1917★ 7.4HIT

Richard Ortmann the artificial man (Homunculus) has become the head of the corporation that represents the capital and power of the country, but he has stopped ...

5
The Destruction of Mankind

The Destruction of Mankind

1917★ 7.0HIT

For a long time the homunculus had to hide from his pursuers. But now he mingles with humanity again and sows discord, strife and murder. One day, when he meets...

6
The End of the Homunculus

The End of the Homunculus

1918★ 5.0AVERAGE

A group of scientists, led by a Professor Ortmann, produce a living human child using scientific processes - a "homunculus." This creature is human in every way...

Common Questions about Homunculus

How many movies are in the Homunculus?

There are currently 6 movies in the Homunculus, starting from The Artificial Man to the latest release, The End of the Homunculus.

What is the best order to watch the Homunculus?

The best way to watch the Homunculus is usually in release order: starting with The Artificial Man and ending with The End of the Homunculus. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Homunculus?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Revenge of the Homunculus in this franchise.