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Series Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

IDEON Collection

Humanity's pursuit of knowledge leads them to the planet Solo, where they find mysterious remains of a long dead alien civilization, including the 3 part super robot 'Ideon', and a powerful warship. Using these, the Earthlings sent to investigate the ruins defend themselves in their constant conflicts against powerful aliens called the Buff Clan, who are in pursuit of 'Ide', the mysterious energy that powers the Ideon.

2Movies
★ 8.6 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The IDEON Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 0 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 2 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 7.6/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 7.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," IDEON Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked 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 IDEON Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

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

1
Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked

Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked

1982★ 8.6SUPER HIT

The epic conclusion to the Ideon saga, featuring what was meant to be the final 5 episodes of the TV series. The Solo Ship and its crew continue their intense b...

2
Space Runaway Ideon: Contact

Space Runaway Ideon: Contact

1982★ 6.6HIT

A movie recap of the Space Runaway Ideon TV Series. Humanity's pursuit of knowledge leads them to the planet Solo, where they find mysterious remains of a long ...

Common Questions about IDEON Collection

How many movies are in the IDEON Collection?

There are currently 2 movies in the IDEON Collection, starting from Space Runaway Ideon: Contact to the latest release, Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked.

What is the best order to watch the IDEON Collection?

The best way to watch the IDEON Collection is usually in release order: starting with Space Runaway Ideon: Contact and ending with Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the IDEON Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Space Runaway Ideon: Be Invoked in this franchise.