

Night at the Museum Collection
A series of movies starring Ben Stiller as a night guard of the Museum of Natural History in New York City.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Night at the Museum Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 8 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Night at the Museum Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Night at the Museum 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 Night at the Museum Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Night at the Museum Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Night at the Museum
Chaos reigns at the natural history museum when night watchman Larry Daley accidentally stirs up an ancient curse, awakening Attila the Hun, an army of gladiato...

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
Hapless museum night watchman Larry Daley must help his living, breathing exhibit friends out of a pickle now that they've been transferred to the archives at t...

Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb
When the magic powers of The Tablet of Ahkmenrah begin to die out, Larry Daley spans the globe, uniting favorite and new characters while embarking on an epic q...
Common Questions about Night at the Museum Collection
How many movies are in the Night at the Museum Collection?
There are currently 3 movies in the Night at the Museum Collection, starting from Night at the Museum to the latest release, Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb.
What is the best order to watch the Night at the Museum Collection?
The best way to watch the Night at the Museum Collection is usually in release order: starting with Night at the Museum and ending with Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Night at the Museum Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Night at the Museum in this franchise.