Kindaichi (Animated) Collection backdrop
Kindaichi (Animated) Collection poster
Official Collection
Series Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

Kindaichi (Animated) Collection

The crime solving adventures of a high school student, Hajime Kindaichi, the supposed grandson of the famous (fictional) private detective Kosuke Kindaichi.

2Movies
★ 7.5 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Kindaichi (Animated) Collection has evolved significantly over a span of -3 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: 7.0/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 7.0. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Kindaichi (Animated) Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre 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 Kindaichi (Animated) Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Kindaichi Case Files Movie 1: The Opera House Murders

Kindaichi Case Files Movie 1: The Opera House Murders

1996★ 6.6HIT

Invited for a anniversary celebration, Kindaichi, Miyuki and inspector Kenmochi re-visit the Opera House. There they discover that a play of The Phantom of the ...

2
Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre

Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre

1999★ 7.5SUPER HIT

Kindaichi, Miyuki and Fumi are invited to the resort of the Deep Blue Island by their senpai Akane, the daughter of the president of the Aizawa Group. A group o...

Common Questions about Kindaichi (Animated) Collection

How many movies are in the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection?

There are currently 2 movies in the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection, starting from Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre to the latest release, Kindaichi Case Files Movie 1: The Opera House Murders.

What is the best order to watch the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection?

The best way to watch the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection is usually in release order: starting with Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre and ending with Kindaichi Case Files Movie 1: The Opera House Murders. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Kindaichi (Animated) Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Kindaichi Case Files Movie 2: Deep Blue Massacre in this franchise.