

Appleseed Collection
Appleseed takes place in the 22nd century, after the non-nuclear Third World War has led to the destruction of a majority of the Earth's people. While countries like Great Britain, USA and China have difficulty maintaining order and power, international organizations like the "Sacred Republic of Munma" and "Poseidon" have been established in the aftermath. The main characters are Deunan Knute and Briareos Hecatonchires, former SWAT members of the LAPD. They are found in the desolated city and invited to join the prestigious ESWAT (Extra Special Weapons And Tactics) organization in the utopian city of Olympus, the new world's most powerful state. Roughly one half of Olympus's population are bionically augmented. The series follows Deunan and Briareos as they protect their new home from both foreign and domestic threats to its security.
Appleseed Collection Movies: Timeline & Franchise Overview
The Appleseed Collection franchise spans roughly 26 years, featuring 4 interconnected films that build a shared narrative universe.
From its earliest installment to the most recent release, the series has expanded its world-building while introducing new characters and story arcs. Notable entries such as Appleseed demonstrate the franchise’s ability to maintain audience interest over time.
Franchise Quality Benchmark
Across all entries, the series holds an average audience rating of 6.6. While many long-running franchises experience declining reception, this series continues to deliver memorable cinematic moments.
Viewing Order Strategy
Most viewers prefer watching the films in release order, which reflects how audiences originally experienced the evolving story.
However, a chronological viewing order can provide deeper insight into the timeline of events within the Appleseed Collection universe.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Appleseed Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Appleseed
In the futuristic city of Olympus, built on the ashes of the third world war, a police officer and her cyborg partner fight terrorism....

Appleseed
In a utopian society created at the end of World War III, a female warrior who has been plucked from the badlands begins to see cracks in this new facade. And w...

Appleseed: Ex Machina
As members of ESWAT, the elite forces serving Olympus, Deunan and Briaereos are deployed anywhere trouble strikes. Olympus finds itself under a stealth attack -...

Appleseed Alpha
The Third World War (2099–2126) devastated part of the Earth. Former nations are reforming while new powers emerge, and groups of humans struggle to survive in ...
Common Questions about Appleseed Collection
How many movies are in the Appleseed Collection?
There are currently 4 movies in the Appleseed Collection, starting from Appleseed to the latest release, Appleseed.
What is the best order to watch the Appleseed Collection?
The best way to watch the Appleseed Collection is usually in release order: starting with Appleseed and ending with Appleseed. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Appleseed Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Appleseed in this franchise.