What is the order of the McBride movies?

In 2005, John Larroquette took to the small screen to play the role of Mike McBride – a grumpy lawyer with a big heart. McBride was the lead character in a television movie called McBride: Murder Past Midnight, which aired on the Hallmark Channel.

The film was a hit with audiences and was quickly accompanied by multiple follow-ups. In total, ten McBride movies were produced between 2005 and 2008, with Larroquette appearing in every picture.

But what are all the McBride movies and what is the order to watch them in?

Well, if you’re itching to dive into the McBride movie series, but you don’t know where to start, then this is the post for you! Below is a list of all the McBride movies, placed in the correct order for your viewing pleasure.

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The McBride movies in order

McBride: Murder Past Midnight (2005)

As noted above, the first entry in the McBride movie series arrived in 2005 under the title, Murder Past Midnight. In the film, ex-cop-turned-defence attorney, Mike McBride is tasked with taking on a case in which his client is accused of murdering her husband.

McBride: The Chameleon Murder (2005)

Following hot on the heels of Murder Past Midnight is the second instalment in the McBride series, The Chameleon Murder. In this movie, Mike takes on another murder case, but one in which the deceased had multiple identities.

McBride: It’s Murder, Madam (2005)

In the third entry, It’s Murder, Madam, an actress is accused of murdering her boss. It’s up to Mike to step in and help uncover the truth.

McBride: The Doctor is Out… Really Out (2005)

In The Doctor is Out… Really Out, Mike gets caught up in a case involving the death of a therapist. The case involves an investigation into the therapist’s most notable clients.

McBride: Tune in For Murder (2005)

In movie number five, Tune in For Murder, Mike’s case centres around two stars of the hugely popular morning radio show, ‘Ron and Bob’. In the film, Ron is murdered and all evidence seems to suggest Bob was involved.

McBride: Anybody Here Murder Marty? (2005)

The sixth entry in the McBride movie series is the curiously titled, Anybody Here Murder Marty?. The film focuses on an aspiring singer who breaks up with her boyfriend on a popular talk show.

McBride: Fallen Idol (2006)

In Fallen Idol, McBride represents a man who is accused of murdering a famous lawyer. This same lawyer also happens to have been Mike’s mentor.

McBride: Semper Fi (2007)

In Semper Fi, the eighth entry in the McBride movie series, a fireman and former marine medic is accused of killing his family. Can Mike get to the bottom of the case?

McBride: Dogged (2007)

In the ninth instalment, Dogged, Mike becomes involved in another murder case, only this time it takes place at the most unexpected place – the annual LA Kennel Club Dog Show! Could the owner of the winning dog be involved?

McBride: Requiem (2008)

The tenth and final instalment in the McBride series is Requiem. In this movie, a classical violinist is killed ahead of a performance.

The order of the McBride movies

You’ll be pleased to know the McBride film series was produced chronologically, so if you wish to watch the movies in order, then simply follow this list:

• McBride: Murder Past Midnight (2005)
• McBride: The Chameleon Murder (2005)
• McBride: It’s Murder, Madam (2005)
• McBride: The Doctor is Out… Really Out (2005)
• McBride: Tune in For Murder (2005)
• McBride: Anybody Here Murder Marty? (2005)
• McBride: Fallen Idol (2006)
• McBride: Semper Fi (2007)
• McBride: Dogged (2007)
• McBride: Requiem (2008)

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Who are the cast of the McBride movies and are the films the work of the same director?

John Larroquette is the lead star of the McBride movies, playing the role of Mike McBride. Larroquette is a well-known actor who has had an extensive career, having appeared on film and television, including a long-running role in the series Night Court.

Other notable actors in the McBride movie series include Matt Lutz, Marta DuBois, Paula Trickey, Devon Gummersall, Linda Gray, Kathryn Joosten, Stephen Tobolowsky, John Kapelos, Lisa Brenner, Madison Mason, Barbara Niven, Jon Lindstrom, and Tom Parker.

In terms of the directors, the McBride movies are the work of the following:

• Kevin Connor directed Murder Past Midnight, The Chameleon Murder, and It’s Murder, Madam
• John Larroquette directed The Doctor Is Out… Really Out, Fallen Idol, Semper Fi, and Dogged
• Stephen Bridgewater directed Tune in For Murder
• James A. Contner directed Anybody Here Murder Marty?
• Mark Griffiths directed Requiem

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Which is the best McBride movie?

According to IMDb, the McBride movies are rated as follows:

• McBride: Murder Past Midnight (2005) – 6.8/10
• McBride: The Chameleon Murder (2005) – 7.0/10
• McBride: It’s Murder, Madam (2005) – 6.6/10
• McBride: The Doctor is Out… Really Out (2005) – 6.5/10
• McBride: Tune in For Murder (2005) – 6.6/10
• McBride: Anybody Here Murder Marty? (2005) – 6.6/10
• McBride: Fallen Idol (2006) – 6.6/10
• McBride: Semper Fi (2007) – 6.4/10
• McBride: Dogged (2007) – 6.6/10
• McBride: Requiem (2008) – 6.5/10

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If you’re a fan of crime and mystery films like the McBride movies, then you may wish to know that many great mystery movies are currently available on DVD, including the ever-popular, Ruby Herring Mysteries series.

The Ruby Herring Mysteries: Three-Movie DVD Collection is available on Region 1 DVD and includes the films Silent Witness, Her Last Breath, and Prediction Murder.

The Ruby Herring Mysteries: Three-Movie DVD Collection is available from all good entertainment stockists, including Amazon US.

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Alex Wiggan

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