Bad Detective Series
The stories of a former detective and current private inspector.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Bad Detective Series has evolved significantly over a span of 3 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 4.5/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.5. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Bad Detective Series has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Bad Detective: Food Chain 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 Bad Detective Series. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Bad Detective Series franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Bad Detective: Reload
The first story of a former detective and current private inspector. Hye-sook and Yoo-jin are a lesbian couple that love each other. One day, Hye-sook finds out...

Bad Detective: Missing
Mi-ri's friends, who work in a private detective office, leave on a trip to South East Asia. But suddenly, Mi-ri loses contact with her friends, and their where...

Bad Detective: Food Chain
Jeong-mi, a pickpocket ex-convict, ends up pickpocketing again to repay Dae-sik off of her father's debt. One day, Hae-joo, who is secretly meeting a detective,...

Bad Detective: Camcoin
While looking for a job, Min-hee lands a position as a secretary in a detective's office. However, she doesn't have much work. While Min-hee is consulting her b...
Common Questions about Bad Detective Series
How many movies are in the Bad Detective Series?
There are currently 4 movies in the Bad Detective Series, starting from Bad Detective: Reload to the latest release, Bad Detective: Camcoin.
What is the best order to watch the Bad Detective Series?
The best way to watch the Bad Detective Series is usually in release order: starting with Bad Detective: Reload and ending with Bad Detective: Camcoin. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Bad Detective Series?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Bad Detective: Food Chain in this franchise.