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Series Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

Sometimes They Come Back Collection

Sometimes They Come Back is a 1991 American made-for-television horror film based on the 1974 short story of the same name by Stephen King. The film tells the tale of a man and his family that return to his home town, but is then harassed by teenagers that died when he was a kid. The film was followed by two straight-to-video sequels: Sometimes They Come Back... Again (1996) and Sometimes They Come Back... for More (1998).

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★ 5.9 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Sometimes They Come Back Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 7 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: 5.0/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.0. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Sometimes They Come Back Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Sometimes They Come Back 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 Sometimes They Come Back Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Sometimes They Come Back Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

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Sometimes They Come Back

Sometimes They Come Back

1991★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

Desperate for a job to help him support his family, Jim Norman takes a position teaching high school in the town where his brother was murdered in front of him ...

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Sometimes They Come Back... Again

Sometimes They Come Back... Again

1996★ 4.8AVERAGE

Jon Porter returns to his hometown after the sudden and bizarre death of his mother. He hopes to leave as soon as the funeral is over but it's too late. The sin...

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Sometimes They Come Back... for More

Sometimes They Come Back... for More

1998★ 4.2FLOP

On a arctic circle radio shack, an ancient evil lurks, ready to strike at a psychologist, an army man and their collective forces....

Common Questions about Sometimes They Come Back Collection

How many movies are in the Sometimes They Come Back Collection?

There are currently 3 movies in the Sometimes They Come Back Collection, starting from Sometimes They Come Back to the latest release, Sometimes They Come Back... for More.

What is the best order to watch the Sometimes They Come Back Collection?

The best way to watch the Sometimes They Come Back Collection is usually in release order: starting with Sometimes They Come Back and ending with Sometimes They Come Back... for More. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Sometimes They Come Back Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Sometimes They Come Back in this franchise.