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Series Freshness: Feb 05, 2026

Perry Mason Collection

The original Warner Bros. Perry Mason movies.

6Movies
★ 6.8 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Perry Mason Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 3 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: 6.3/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Perry Mason Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Case of the Velvet Claws 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 Perry Mason Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Perry Mason Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
The Case of the Howling Dog

The Case of the Howling Dog

1934★ 6.2ABOVE AVERAGE

A very nervous man named Cartwright comes into Perry's office to have the neighbor arrested for his howling dog. He states that the howling is a sign that there...

2
The Case of the Curious Bride

The Case of the Curious Bride

1935★ 6.0ABOVE AVERAGE

After giving the District Attorney another stinging defeat, Perry plans to take a vacation in China. That is, he was, until Rhoda, his old flame, meets him at a...

3
The Case of the Lucky Legs

The Case of the Lucky Legs

1935★ 5.6ABOVE AVERAGE

A con man who stages phony "lucky legs" beauty contests and leaves town with the money is found with a surgical knife in his heart by Mason....

4
The Case of the Velvet Claws

The Case of the Velvet Claws

1936★ 6.8HIT

Perry and Della are finally married by his old friend, Judge Mary. They plan to go on a honeymoon, but before it can start, Perry is retained by a woman with a ...

5
The Case of the Black Cat

The Case of the Black Cat

1936★ 6.6HIT

Lawyer Perry Mason is summoned to the Laxter mansion in the dead of night to write granddaughter Wilma out of invalid Peter Laxter's will, to keep her from marr...

6
The Case of the Stuttering Bishop

The Case of the Stuttering Bishop

1937★ 6.8HIT

A Bishop from Australia comes to Perry to ask him to take a case of a woman wrongly accused of manslaughter 22 years before. The case would involve the wealthy ...

Common Questions about Perry Mason Collection

How many movies are in the Perry Mason Collection?

There are currently 6 movies in the Perry Mason Collection, starting from The Case of the Howling Dog to the latest release, The Case of the Stuttering Bishop.

What is the best order to watch the Perry Mason Collection?

The best way to watch the Perry Mason Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Case of the Howling Dog and ending with The Case of the Stuttering Bishop. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Perry Mason Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Case of the Velvet Claws in this franchise.