The Rambler Series
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The Rambler Series has evolved significantly over a span of 3 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 9 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 1.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 1.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Rambler Series has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Rambling Guitarist 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 Rambler Series. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Rambler Series franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
The Rambling Guitarist
Arriving in the town of Hakodate, a wandering musician, Shinji Taki, is soon recruited by the local gang as a hired hand. However, with the arrival of a siniste...
The Guitarist and the Rancher
Rambler Shinji arrives in town armed with nothing but a guitar. With assistance from an old gun-for-hire friend, he sets about to stop the mob from turning an h...
Return of the Vagabond
The 3rd film of the famous "Wataridori" (The Rambler) series from Nikkatsu. The young rambler, Shinji Taki (Akira Kobayashi), with his guitar arrives in Sadogas...
The Rambler in the Sunset
The young rambler, Shinji Taki, with his guitar arrives a hot spa town at the foot of Mount Aizu Bandai. Of course he solves the problems in the town while enco...
The Rambler Rides Again
In this fifth episode of the "Wataridori" series, Taki Shinji (Kobayashi Akira) drifts north to Hokkaido, where he helps protect an Ainu village from unscrupulo...
The Rambler under the Southern Cross
In the nine part Wataridori series (1959-1962), Kobayashi played a wanderer on Japan’s back roads with most of the accoutrements of a Western hero, from a horse...
The Rambler Goes North
In the nine part Wataridori series (1959-1962), Kobayashi played a wanderer on Japan’s back roads with most of the accoutrements of a Western hero, from a horse...
Common Questions about The Rambler Series
How many movies are in the The Rambler Series?
There are currently 9 movies in the The Rambler Series, starting from The Rambling Guitarist to the latest release, The Rambler Returns Home.
What is the best order to watch the The Rambler Series?
The best way to watch the The Rambler Series is usually in release order: starting with The Rambling Guitarist and ending with The Rambler Returns Home. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Rambler Series?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Rambling Guitarist in this franchise.