Widow's Boarding House Collection
The "Widow's Boarding House" series by Nikkatsu. All are independent productions that were directed by Shinya Yamamoto and bought/distributed as "Roman Porno." Two of these films are also a part of the "Semi-Documentary" series.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Widow's Boarding House Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 0 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 16 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 1.5/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 1.5. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Widow's Boarding House Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with New Widow Boarding House: Back Room for Rent 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 Widow's Boarding House Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Widow's Boarding House Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Semi-Document: Widow's Boarding House
A young man named Jun Umemura, with the look of a radical student, arrives at the boarding house run by widowed 'Mama' Katsu. Struck by his handsome features, s...

Zoku mibōjin geshuku: omote mo kashimasu ura mo kashimasu
A young man named Jun Umemura, with the look of a radical student, arrives at the boarding house run by widowed 'Mama' Katsu. Struck by his handsome features, s...

New Widow Boarding House: Back Room for Rent
One day, when a vacancy opened up at the boarding house, an ostentatious move began. An elderly man arrived in a luxury car and directed the movers as fine item...
Common Questions about Widow's Boarding House Collection
How many movies are in the Widow's Boarding House Collection?
There are currently 16 movies in the Widow's Boarding House Collection, starting from Zoku mibōjin geshuku: omote mo kashimasu ura mo kashimasu to the latest release, Semi-dokyumento: shin mibōjin geshuku.
What is the best order to watch the Widow's Boarding House Collection?
The best way to watch the Widow's Boarding House Collection is usually in release order: starting with Zoku mibōjin geshuku: omote mo kashimasu ura mo kashimasu and ending with Semi-dokyumento: shin mibōjin geshuku. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Widow's Boarding House Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for New Widow Boarding House: Back Room for Rent in this franchise.












