The Arrival Collection
The Arrival is a 1996 American-Mexican science fiction horror film directed by David Twohy and starring Charlie Sheen. A sequel, Arrival II: The Second Arrival was released on November 6, 1998.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The Arrival Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 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: 4.8/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.8. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Arrival Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Arrival 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 The Arrival Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Arrival Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
The Arrival
Zane Ziminski is an astrophysicist who receives a message that seems to have extraterrestrial origins. Eerily soon after his discovery, Zane is fired. He then e...
The Second Arrival
After Zane Ziminski is found dead five people received envelopes with details of an alien invasion. This group of five includes 3 scientists, Zane's brother Jac...
Common Questions about The Arrival Collection
How many movies are in the The Arrival Collection?
There are currently 2 movies in the The Arrival Collection, starting from The Arrival to the latest release, The Second Arrival.
What is the best order to watch the The Arrival Collection?
The best way to watch the The Arrival Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Arrival and ending with The Second Arrival. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Arrival Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Arrival in this franchise.