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Series Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

The Endless Summer Collection

Collection of documentaries about surfing.

3Movies
★ 7.5 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The The Endless Summer Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 34 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: 7.2/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 7.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Endless Summer Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Endless Summer II 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 Endless Summer Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

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

1
The Endless Summer

The Endless Summer

1966★ 7.1HIT

Bruce Brown's The Endless Summer is one of the first and most influential surf movies of all time. The film documents American surfers Mike Hynson and Robert Au...

2
The Endless Summer II

The Endless Summer II

1994★ 7.5SUPER HIT

Bruce Brown, king of surfing documentaries, returns after nearly thirty years to trace the steps of two young surfers to top surfing spots around the world. Alo...

3
The Endless Summer Revisited

The Endless Summer Revisited

2000★ 7.0HIT

A documentary mostly edited together from unused footage from The Endless Summer and The Endless Summer II, this documentary gives further insight into the maki...

Common Questions about The Endless Summer Collection

How many movies are in the The Endless Summer Collection?

There are currently 3 movies in the The Endless Summer Collection, starting from The Endless Summer to the latest release, The Endless Summer Revisited.

What is the best order to watch the The Endless Summer Collection?

The best way to watch the The Endless Summer Collection is usually in release order: starting with The Endless Summer and ending with The Endless Summer Revisited. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Endless Summer Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Endless Summer II in this franchise.