Wicked Priest Collection
Tomisaburō Wakayama stars as the fighting, lecherous holy man.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Wicked Priest Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 2 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 6 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 5.0/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.0. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Wicked Priest Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Wicked Priest 2: Ballad of Murder 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 Wicked Priest Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Wicked Priest Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Wicked Priest
During the Taisho Period (early 1920's) a monastery of warrior monks was split apart between two factions. One of these factions was led by the Chief Abbot and ...
Wicked Priest 2: Ballad of Murder
The long awaited second film in the Wicked Priest series is a masterpiece of sword swinging fury as Shinkai is asked by a man on the run to bring his young son ...
Wicked Priest 3: A Killer's Pilgrimage
Shinkai comes to the aid of a coastal village being held hostage by a group of political revolutionaries....
Wicked Priest 4: The Killer Priest Comes Back
In Meiji Period Japan, the carrying of swords had been outlawed, so Shikai, the Killer Priest carries his sword disguised as a Priest?s staff. One of the strong...
Whipmaster: Ballad of Murder
Ryotatsu, the wayward Priest blinded by Shinkai, the Wicked Priest, has his own story in this ultra-violent tale from the era of the Meiji Reconstruction. When ...
Wicked Priest 5: Breaking The Commandments
As the Killer Priest Shinkai travels around Japan during the Meiji era, he comes to the aid of a village headman fighting corruption from up above. Before he ca...
Common Questions about Wicked Priest Collection
How many movies are in the Wicked Priest Collection?
There are currently 6 movies in the Wicked Priest Collection, starting from Wicked Priest to the latest release, Whipmaster: Ballad of Murder.
What is the best order to watch the Wicked Priest Collection?
The best way to watch the Wicked Priest Collection is usually in release order: starting with Wicked Priest and ending with Whipmaster: Ballad of Murder. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Wicked Priest Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Wicked Priest 2: Ballad of Murder in this franchise.