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Series Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

Mondo Cane Collection

A collection of documentaries which consist of a series of travelogue vignettes that provide glimpses into cultural practices around the world with the intention to shock or surprise western film audiences.

8Movies
★ 6.9 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Mondo Cane Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 0 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 8 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 5.4/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.4. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Mondo Cane Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Godfathers of Mondo 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 Mondo Cane Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

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

1
Mondo Cane

Mondo Cane

1962★ 6.3ABOVE AVERAGE

A documentary consisting of a series of travelogue vignettes providing glimpses into cultural practices throughout the world intended to shock or surprise, incl...

2
Women of the World

Women of the World

1963★ 5.1AVERAGE

A mondo doc detailing the wild and weird world of women... around the world....

3
Mondo Cane 2

Mondo Cane 2

1963★ 5.6ABOVE AVERAGE

The official sequel to the original shockumentary, presenting new and bizarre behavior from around the world, including cruelty, graphic gore, and strange ritua...

4
Africa Blood and Guts

Africa Blood and Guts

1966★ 6.1ABOVE AVERAGE

A chronicle of the violence that occurred in much of the African continent throughout the 1960s. As many African countries were transitioning from colonial rule...

5
Goodbye Uncle Tom

Goodbye Uncle Tom

1971★ 6.6HIT

Two documentary filmmakers go back in time to the pre-Civil War American South, to film the slave trade....

6
Savage World Today

Savage World Today

1985★ 4.0FLOP

A new age Mondo film that explores the realm of urban decay and various oddities of the modern world, ranging from underground club scenes to sex change operati...

7
Mondo Cane 2000 -The Incredible

Mondo Cane 2000 -The Incredible

1988★ 2.4FLOP

The final official installment in the "Mondo Cane" series dares to go where no other Mondo film has gone before....

8
The Godfathers of Mondo

The Godfathers of Mondo

2003★ 6.9HIT

A look at the careers of Gualtiero Jacopetti and Franco Prosperi who invented the mondo genre with MONDO CANE in 1962. It follows their career until their split...

Common Questions about Mondo Cane Collection

How many movies are in the Mondo Cane Collection?

There are currently 8 movies in the Mondo Cane Collection, starting from Mondo Cane 2 to the latest release, Women of the World.

What is the best order to watch the Mondo Cane Collection?

The best way to watch the Mondo Cane Collection is usually in release order: starting with Mondo Cane 2 and ending with Women of the World. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Mondo Cane Collection?

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