

Kamen Rider: The First Collection
College student Takeshi Hongo is abducted into terrorist organisation Shocker (Sacred Hegemony Of Cycle Kindred Evolutional Realm), at the hands of a cyborg Inhumanoid (Kaijin) known as the Bat. There, he undergoes painful reconstructive surgery, turning him into an Inhumanoid himself.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Kamen Rider: The First Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 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: 6.8/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.8. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Kamen Rider: The First Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Kamen Rider: THE NEXT 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 Kamen Rider: The First Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Kamen Rider: The First Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Kamen Rider: THE FIRST
Takeshi Hongo is a man of extraordinary intellect, but his promising future is about to be maliciously snuffed out by and evil secret society known as Shocker. ...

Kamen Rider: THE NEXT
Bent on the destruction of the human race, the secret underground organization Shocker secretly planned to plunge the world into chaos. But they didn’t count on...
Common Questions about Kamen Rider: The First Collection
How many movies are in the Kamen Rider: The First Collection?
There are currently 2 movies in the Kamen Rider: The First Collection, starting from Kamen Rider: THE FIRST to the latest release, Kamen Rider: THE NEXT.
What is the best order to watch the Kamen Rider: The First Collection?
The best way to watch the Kamen Rider: The First Collection is usually in release order: starting with Kamen Rider: THE FIRST and ending with Kamen Rider: THE NEXT. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Kamen Rider: The First Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Kamen Rider: THE NEXT in this franchise.