Is there anything better than spending a weekend immersed in a movie marathon? Whether you're looking to fill a leisurely weekend or organize a fun and relaxing group activity with friends, indulging in hours of cinematic bliss is a surefire way to unwind and enjoy yourself.

While movie marathons come in various forms, some of the most rewarding experiences are centered around a single franchise. To help you plan your next epic movie marathon, we've compiled a list of 15 of the best franchises to binge, complete with their total runtimes for all the movies combined.

With the recent release of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, now is the perfect time to dive into a classic sci-fi movie binge. The Planet of the Apes franchise, now boasting a total of 10 films, offers a rich tapestry of stories, despite the newer films not being directly connected to the original series. With three distinct timelines, this marathon is a delightful journey through our ape overlords' world.

Although we don't have the exact duration for watching all Planet of the Apes movies, the extensive collection can easily fill a cozy two-day binge session. For a quicker experience, you can focus on the newer prequel films and finish in a single day.

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36Also available in full 4K.See it at AmazonX-Men

Before the MCU took over, the X-Men franchise was the superhero movie standard. With 13 films, including the latest additions like Deadpool & Wolverine, this series offers a thrilling marathon. While the timeline can get tricky with time jumps and the inclusion of the Deadpool movies, you can simplify your binge by following the Wolverine timeline for a shorter session.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, you can watch all the X-Men films in just over 22 hours. However, including Deadpool is highly recommended because, well, it's Deadpool.

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88Contains 10 movies.See it at AmazonFast and Furious

With the release of Fast X in 2023, the Fast and Furious franchise now boasts 13 action-packed films. What began as a series of racing movies has evolved into an expansive saga that even ventures into space. If you're looking for a high-octane movie marathon centered around family and adrenaline, this series is your perfect match.

Watching all the films in one go will take almost 23 and a half hours. For a detailed viewing guide, check out our article on the Fast and Furious movies in order.

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3See it at AmazonLord of the Rings

Embark on one of the most iconic movie marathons with the original Lord of the Rings trilogy. Based on J.R.R. Tolkien's legendary books, this epic fantasy saga has captivated audiences worldwide. For an extended experience, you can also include the Hobbit trilogy and Amazon's Rings of Power TV series.

The six feature-length films together take about 19 and a half hours to watch. Add the two seasons of Rings of Power for an additional nearly 18 hours of content. For a complete viewing order, see our guide on the Lord of the Rings in order or explore our recommendations for Lord of the Rings Blu-ray sets.

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3See it at AmazonStar Wars

Star Wars is a franchise that seems to have no end, with new projects constantly on the horizon. With 11 live-action movies released so far and more in development, plus a vast array of animated series and shows like The Mandalorian, the universe continues to expand.

A movie marathon with just the live-action films will take just over 25 hours. For a comprehensive timeline, check out our guide to all Star Wars movies and shows in order, or delve into the Star Wars Legends books for additional lore.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Among the myriad of pirate-themed films, the Pirates of the Caribbean series stands out as a true franchise. Featuring five films with Johnny Depp's iconic Jack Sparrow, this series is a swashbuckling delight. While we await news on Pirates of the Caribbean 6, you can enjoy a full-day marathon of all five movies.

Watching all five films will take a little over 12 hours.

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

For dinosaur enthusiasts, the Jurassic Park franchise is the ultimate choice for a movie marathon. With six feature-length films, short films, and an animated Netflix series, there's plenty to enjoy. The upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth in July 2025 promises even more excitement.

Watching all six films will take a little over 10 hours. For a detailed viewing guide, check out our article on the Jurassic Park movies in order.

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4Includes all six movies in 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and digital.See it at AmazonIndiana Jones

Spanning over four decades, the Indiana Jones franchise includes five movies, with the latest, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, released in 2023. With a new game on the horizon, now is an excellent time to revisit this adventure series.

You can watch all five films in one day, with a combined runtime of just over 10 hours.

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

With nine movies in the Conjuring universe, including The Conjuring, Annabelle, and The Nun series, this franchise offers a vast and interconnected horror experience.

Including all nine movies and the five shorts, you can watch the entire series in just under 14 and a half hours. This makes it perfect for a weekend binge, especially with the recent release of The Nun 2.

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With the release of Transformers One, it's the perfect time to dive into a Transformers movie marathon. With eight feature-length films, this franchise delivers action, explosions, and humor in spades. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts fits earlier in the timeline, so you can start with that and move on to the original films.

Watching all eight movies will take about 18 and a half hours, making it ideal for a weekend filled with robotic action.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the mixed reception of the Fantastic Beasts series, the Harry Potter movies remain a beloved choice for a movie marathon. Filled with magic, wonder, and unforgettable characters, this series is a classic. The recent Hogwarts Legacy game adds even more depth to the universe.

Excluding the Fantastic Beasts movies, you can watch all eight Harry Potter films in just under 20 hours. Including the prequels adds another 6 hours and 49 minutes to the total.

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3See it at AmazonAlien

With Alien: Romulus adding to the franchise, there are now nine movies in the Alien series, including six mainline films, two Predator crossovers, and two prequels.

For a space-horror movie marathon, the Alien films are the perfect choice. Watching all nine movies will take just a little over 17 hours, and excluding the Predator crossovers reduces it to about 14 hours.

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Following the success of Scream 5 and Scream 6, with Scream 7 on the horizon for 2026, the Scream franchise is experiencing a resurgence. For a horror movie marathon that blends scares with humor, watching the Scream series in order is ideal.

A marathon of all six Scream movies will take a little over 11 and a half hours. Here's where you can watch all the Scream movies online.

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0See it at AmazonJames Bond

As one of the longest-running franchises, James Bond has 26 movies spanning seven different actors. While watching all films in release order is a monumental task, you might choose to focus on one actor's era. Starting with the Daniel Craig Bond movies is a great way to begin.

Watching all 26 Bond films would take over 54 hours, but a Daniel Craig Bond marathon is a more manageable 7 hours and 40 minutes.

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1Has 24 Bond films from the classic era to the modern ones.See it at AmazonThe Hunger Games

With The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes available to stream and a new Hunger Games book on the way, it's an excellent time to revisit the entire series. The latest film being a prequel, you can watch it first and then move through the franchise without timeline jumps.

Watching all five Hunger Games films will take just over 11 and a half hours. The prequel is the longest film in the series, clocking in at 2 hours and 38 minutes.