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Series Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

The Joy Collection

The movies adapted from the novels by Joy Laurey.

7Movies
★ 6.2 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The The Joy Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 8 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 7 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 4.9/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 4.9. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Joy Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Joy in Moscow 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 The Joy Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the The Joy Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Joy

Joy

1983★ 5.2AVERAGE

This is the story about Joy who falls in love with an older man (she has been looking for her missing father all her life), and then travels around Paris with h...

2
Joy & Joan

Joy & Joan

1985★ 4AVERAGE

Fashion model Joy is unlucky in love. Having been jilted by the object of her desire, Marc Charoux, she takes a trip to Singapore with the rich and decadent Bru...

3
Joy in Africa

Joy in Africa

1992★ 3.4AVERAGE

Joy and her lover Marc decide to escape for a romantic weekend getaway to Africa. Once there, the couple meets a man named Paul who invites them to a "special" ...

4
Joy in Moscow

Joy in Moscow

1992★ 6.2AVERAGE

Pretty Joy and her friend come to Moscow to shoot a commercial. A taxi driver, who recruits girls for an underground organization run by a distant descendant of...

5
Joy in San Francisco

Joy in San Francisco

1992★ 6AVERAGE

Desolated by the death of one friend, Joy lets oneself be dragged into a sect which in fact hides a network of "white slave trade"...

6
Joy in Hong Kong

Joy in Hong Kong

1992★ 3.5AVERAGE

Joy flies to Hong Kong, where she meets her best friend Alain. With him, she visits the hottest districts of the city. She is kidnapped and imprisoned in a brot...

7
Joy and the Pharaohs

Joy and the Pharaohs

1993★ 6AVERAGE

A supermodel, notorious for combining work and pleasure, agrees to star in an epic film about the life of Cleopatra....

Common Questions about The Joy Collection

How many movies are in the The Joy Collection?

There are currently 7 movies in the The Joy Collection, starting from Joy & Joan to the latest release, Joy and the Pharaohs.

What is the best order to watch the The Joy Collection?

The best way to watch the The Joy Collection is usually in release order: starting with Joy & Joan and ending with Joy and the Pharaohs. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Joy Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Joy in Moscow in this franchise.