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Series Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

[REC] Collection

Spanish horror film series created by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza, consisting of four movies. The films center around a viral demonic possession originated by a young girl named Tristana Medeiros who was sexually assaulted by a group of priests. The first two movies are presented in a found footage format, although the last two installments have ventured into traditional cinematography. The series has received high critical acclaim worldwide.

4Movies
★ 7.2 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The [REC] Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 7 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.2/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," [REC] Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with [REC] 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 [REC] Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the [REC] Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
[REC]

[REC]

2007★ 7.2HIT

A television reporter and cameraman follow emergency workers into a dark apartment building and are quickly locked inside with something terrifying....

2
[REC]²

[REC]²

2009★ 6.6HIT

The action continues from [REC], with the medical officer and a SWAT team outfitted with video cameras are sent into the sealed off apartment to control the sit...

3
[REC]³ Genesis

[REC]³ Genesis

2012★ 5.3AVERAGE

A pair of newlyweds must fight to survive when their wedding reception descends into chaos and carnage when their guests become infected by a virus that turns t...

4
[REC]⁴ Apocalypse

[REC]⁴ Apocalypse

2014★ 5.6ABOVE AVERAGE

Ángela Vidal, the young television reporter who entered the building with the firemen, manages to make it out alive. But what the soldiers don't know is that sh...

Common Questions about [REC] Collection

How many movies are in the [REC] Collection?

There are currently 4 movies in the [REC] Collection, starting from [REC] to the latest release, [REC]⁴ Apocalypse.

What is the best order to watch the [REC] Collection?

The best way to watch the [REC] Collection is usually in release order: starting with [REC] and ending with [REC]⁴ Apocalypse. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the [REC] Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for [REC] in this franchise.