Code Between Brothers Collection
Series of 9 films starring Saburo Kitajima released by Toei between 1966 and 1971.
Code Between Brothers Collection Movies: Timeline & Franchise Overview
The Code Between Brothers Collection franchise spans roughly 5 years, featuring 9 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 Code Between Brothers 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 Code Between Brothers Collection universe.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Code Between Brothers Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

Code Between Brothers
Famous enka singer Saburo Kitajima stars as Katsuji, a traveling craps artist who finds great camaraderie on the road....

Code Between Brothers 2
The services of a wandering gambler, Seiji, are called upon to protect the turf of his loyal friend Risaburo....

Code Between Brothers: Three Brothers of Kanto, Part II
The fourth part in the series "Code Between Brothers". The story takes place in Fukagawa, Tokyo, at the beginning of the Showa era, where five players following...

Code Between Brothers 5
Saburo Kitajima, one of Japan’s most famous Enka singers, returns in the fifth of the Kyodai Jingi series. During the early 20th century, Ryuji from Asakusa, a ...

Code Between Brothers 6
Sixth film in the "Kyodai Jingi" series. Three gangsters challenge an underworld group in northern Japan....

Brothers'Code - The Back Relation
Yakuza Kojima appeared in Yokkaichi in search of her mother who died when she was young. There he met Torajiro, a master of kendo, who had just left prison afte...

Code Between Brothers: All New
When the boss of the Nakano Family decides to retire and makes a loyal follower the new boss instead of his own son, it causes strife in the family. Sides are t...

The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor
The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor (関東兄弟仁義 仁侠) is a 1971 film directed by Buichi Saitō. It is the ninth and last film in the Duty of Brotherhood series....
Common Questions about Code Between Brothers Collection
How many movies are in the Code Between Brothers Collection?
There are currently 9 movies in the Code Between Brothers Collection, starting from Code Between Brothers to the latest release, The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor.
What is the best order to watch the Code Between Brothers Collection?
The best way to watch the Code Between Brothers Collection is usually in release order: starting with Code Between Brothers and ending with The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Code Between Brothers Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The Kanto Brothers' Code of Honor in this franchise.
