Waiting Collection
Waiting... is a 2005 American independent comedy-drama film written and directed by Rob McKittrick (in his directorial debut) and starring Ryan Reynolds, Anna Faris, and Justin Long. McKittrick wrote the screenplay while working as a waiter. The film is about employees at a Bennigan's-like restaurant (called, creatively enough, Shenaniganz), killing time before their real lives get started. But while they wait, they'll have to deal with picky customers who want their steak cooked to order and enthusiastic managers who want to build the perfect wait staff. Luckily, these employees have effective revenge tactics. A sequel entitled Still Waiting... was released on February 17, 2009. The second film is about another Shenaniganz location dealing with new competition from a Hooters-like sports bar called TaTa's Wing Shack run by Calvin from the first movie.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Waiting Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 4 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: 5.6/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.6. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Waiting Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Waiting... 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 Waiting Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Waiting Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Waiting...
Young employees at Shenaniganz restaurant collectively stave off boredom and adulthood with their antics....
Still Waiting...
After Shenaniganz loses all its hottest waitresses to new competitor Ta-Ta's Wing Shack -- where the scantily clad wait staff earns bigger tips -- the Shenaniga...
Common Questions about Waiting Collection
How many movies are in the Waiting Collection?
There are currently 2 movies in the Waiting Collection, starting from Waiting... to the latest release, Still Waiting....
What is the best order to watch the Waiting Collection?
The best way to watch the Waiting Collection is usually in release order: starting with Waiting... and ending with Still Waiting.... Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Waiting Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Waiting... in this franchise.