Nana Collection
On board the train to Tokyo to meet her boyfriend Shoji, Nana Komatsu ("Hachi") happened to sit beside Nana Osaki who was traveling to Tokyo to fulfill her dreams of becoming a musician. The vocalist for her punk band "Blast", Nana aims for a major debut for "Blast" in Tokyo where her boyfriend, Ren, is the guitarist for a popular band "Trapnest". Sharing the same name "Nana", both girls quickly form a bond of friendship. Their paths cross again when they encounter each other while searching for accomodation in Tokyo. Eventually they decide to live together in the same unit and this further strengthens their bond as the two "Nana(s)" go through their love lives and career in Tokyo.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Nana Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 1 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: 6.6/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Nana Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Nana 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 Nana Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Nana Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Nana
Two girls named Nana meet on a train to Tokyo. Nana K. aims to reunite with her boyfriend and Nana O. hopes to make it big in the music business. Despite their ...
Nana 2
Two girls with the same name but very different personalities share an apartment in this sequel to Nana. The rising fame of Nana Osaki's band, the Black Stones,...
Common Questions about Nana Collection
How many movies are in the Nana Collection?
There are currently 2 movies in the Nana Collection, starting from Nana to the latest release, Nana 2.
What is the best order to watch the Nana Collection?
The best way to watch the Nana Collection is usually in release order: starting with Nana and ending with Nana 2. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Nana Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Nana in this franchise.