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Series Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

The Whistler Collection

Film series based on the popular Whistler radio series. All but one of the films starred Richard Dix.

8Movies
★ 6.1 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The The Whistler Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 8 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 5.9/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.9. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Whistler Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The Whistler 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 Whistler Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

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

1
The Whistler

The Whistler

1944★ 6.1ABOVE AVERAGE

A guilt-ridden man blames himself for his wife's death and secretly pays an assassin to kill him. But then he finds out that his wife isn't dead at all. And now...

2
The Mark of the Whistler

The Mark of the Whistler

1944★ 6.0ABOVE AVERAGE

A drifter claims the money in an old bank account. Soon he finds himself the target of two men who turn out to be the sons of the man's old partner, who is now ...

3
The Power of the Whistler

The Power of the Whistler

1945★ 5.8ABOVE AVERAGE

A woman uses a deck of cards to predict death within 24 hours for a stranger sitting at a bar, then tries to help him remember who he is based on items in his p...

4
Voice of the Whistler

Voice of the Whistler

1945★ 5.7ABOVE AVERAGE

A dying millionaire marries his nurse for companionship, only to experience a miracle cure....

5
Mysterious Intruder

Mysterious Intruder

1946★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

A private detective is hired to find a young heiress but finds himself accused of murder....

6
The Secret of the Whistler

The Secret of the Whistler

1946★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

A deranged artist who may have murdered his wife is investigated by the Whistler....

7
The Thirteenth Hour

The Thirteenth Hour

1947★ 5.8ABOVE AVERAGE

In this drama, a trucker's business is nearly destroyed after he is wrongfully accused of killing a policeman with whom he recently quarreled....

8
The Return of the Whistler

The Return of the Whistler

1948★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

When a woman goes missing on the eve of her wedding, her fiancee hires a detective to track her down...

Common Questions about The Whistler Collection

How many movies are in the The Whistler Collection?

There are currently 8 movies in the The Whistler Collection, starting from The Whistler to the latest release, Mysterious Intruder.

What is the best order to watch the The Whistler Collection?

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

Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Whistler Collection?

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