Kranked Collection
A series of extreme freeride mountain-biking films. Since 1997, Bjørn Enga producer/director for Radical Films has specialized in extreme mountain bike cinematography. His work is well regarded within the freeride mountain bike community internationally.
Kranked Collection Movies: Timeline & Franchise Overview
The Kranked Collection franchise spans roughly 11 years, featuring 8 interconnected films that build a shared narrative universe.
From its earliest installment to the most recent release, the series has expanded its world-building while introducing new characters and story arcs. Notable entries such as Kranked 5: In Concert demonstrate the franchise’s ability to maintain audience interest over time.
Franchise Quality Benchmark
Across all entries, the series holds an average audience rating of 0.4. While many long-running franchises experience declining reception, this series continues to deliver memorable cinematic moments.
Viewing Order Strategy
Most viewers prefer watching the films in release order, which reflects how audiences originally experienced the evolving story.
However, a chronological viewing order can provide deeper insight into the timeline of events within the Kranked Collection universe.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Kranked Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Kranked 1: Live to Ride
"A balls to the wall mountain bike film introducing the world to the mind-blowing, new school freeriding craze, Starring Wade Simmons, Dave Swetland, Chris Lawr...
Kranked 2: Trails from the Crypt
A non-stop bombast of sick and twisted mountain biking capable of raising the dead. THis film pushes the limits with an epic barrage of herculean stunts. Shot o...
Kranked 3: Ride Against the Machine
Welcome to the world of Kranked 3- Ride Against the Machine. A mind-melting fusion of hyper-insane riding from all over the globe exquisitely blended with earth...
Kranked 4: Search for the Holey Trail
Brett Tippie anchors this effort as he searches for the epic riding. Search for the Holey Trail incorporates our trademark spectacular 16mm footage, crisp edits...
Kranked 5: In Concert
Overall, "Kranked 5" is the best film in the series since the groundbreaking original came out six years ago. Its new-school footage provides razor-sharp insigh...
Kranked 6: Progression
The much-anticipated addition to the very-successful Kranked series, PROGRESSION - Kranked 6 gives the worlds best mountain bikers a challenge: To create the mo...
Kranked 7: The Cackle Factor
Inspired by old hipster slang for the insane asylum (the cackle factory), the film trips with stunning footage cut to a post-industrial explosion of funk, rock,...
Kranked: Revolve
A high definition tribute to the ride and the rider. The Ride. the coolest human-powered adrenaline tool ever invented, the mountain bike. The Rider. hell-bent ...
Common Questions about Kranked Collection
How many movies are in the Kranked Collection?
There are currently 8 movies in the Kranked Collection, starting from Kranked 1: Live to Ride to the latest release, Kranked: Revolve.
What is the best order to watch the Kranked Collection?
The best way to watch the Kranked Collection is usually in release order: starting with Kranked 1: Live to Ride and ending with Kranked: Revolve. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Kranked Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Kranked 5: In Concert in this franchise.