Mr. Wong Collection
Mr. Wong (James Lee Wong) was a fictional Chinese-American detective created by Hugh Wiley (1884-1968). Mr Wong appeared in magazine stories and a series of films.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Mr. Wong Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 6 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 5.6/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Mr. Wong Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Phantom of Chinatown 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 Mr. Wong Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Mr. Wong Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Mr. Wong, Detective
A chemical manufacturer is killed just after asking detective James Wong to help him. So detective Wong decides to investigate this as well as two subsequent mu...
The Mystery of Mr. Wong
Detective James Lee Wong must find the "Eye of the Daughter of the Moon," a priceless but cursed sapphire stolen in China and smuggled to America. His search ta...
Mr. Wong in Chinatown
A pretty Chinese woman, seeking help from San Francisco detective James Lee Wong, is killed by a poisoned dart in his front hall, having time only to scrawl "Ca...
The Fatal Hour
When a police officer is murdered, Captain Street looks to Mr. Wong to catch the killer. Prime Suspect: Frank Belden Jr., whose father is a businessman well kno...
Doomed to Die
Shipping magnate Cyrus Wentworth, downcast over a disaster to his ocean liner 'Wentworth Castle' (carrying, oddly enough, an illicit shipment of Chinese bonds) ...
Phantom of Chinatown
In the middle of a pictorial lecture on his recent expedition to the Mongolian Desert, Dr. John Benton,the famous explorer, drinks from the water bottle on his ...
Common Questions about Mr. Wong Collection
How many movies are in the Mr. Wong Collection?
There are currently 6 movies in the Mr. Wong Collection, starting from Mr. Wong, Detective to the latest release, Phantom of Chinatown.
What is the best order to watch the Mr. Wong Collection?
The best way to watch the Mr. Wong Collection is usually in release order: starting with Mr. Wong, Detective and ending with Phantom of Chinatown. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Mr. Wong Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Phantom of Chinatown in this franchise.