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Series Freshness: Jan 28, 2026

The Donald Strachey Collection

The collection of TV movies about Donald Strachey, private dectective.

4Movies
★ 5.9 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The The Donald Strachey Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 3 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: 5.6/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Donald Strachey Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey Mystery 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 Donald Strachey Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the The Donald Strachey Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Third Man Out: A Donald Strachey Mystery

Third Man Out: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2005★ 5.6ABOVE AVERAGE

Gay detective Donald Strachey is commissioned to protect gay activist John Rutka, known for "outing" prominent citizens....

2
Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey Mystery

Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2006★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

When hard boiled private eye Donald Strachey finds his latest client dead, an apparent suicide, Albany’s favorite gay detective smells a rat and decides to take...

3
On the Other Hand, Death: A Donald Strachey Mystery

On the Other Hand, Death: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2008★ 5.4AVERAGE

When the residents of a neighborhood are offered huge sums of money to sell their homes to a developer, the only ones to refuse are an elderly lesbian couple. S...

4
Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery

Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2008★ 5.3AVERAGE

America's favorite gay private investigator, Donald Strachey, takes on the most complicated case of his career. After his long-time partner, Tim, asks him to un...

Common Questions about The Donald Strachey Collection

How many movies are in the The Donald Strachey Collection?

There are currently 4 movies in the The Donald Strachey Collection, starting from Third Man Out: A Donald Strachey Mystery to the latest release, On the Other Hand, Death: A Donald Strachey Mystery.

What is the best order to watch the The Donald Strachey Collection?

The best way to watch the The Donald Strachey Collection is usually in release order: starting with Third Man Out: A Donald Strachey Mystery and ending with On the Other Hand, Death: A Donald Strachey Mystery. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Donald Strachey Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Shock to the System: A Donald Strachey Mystery in this franchise.