Top 15 Movie Marathons for Any Occasion

Few activities beat the joy of a movie marathon on a weekend. Whether you've got a free weekend ahead or are organizing a fun, relaxing group activity with friends, nothing beats the thrill of watching a series of films back-to-back. The ideal way to immerse yourself in a movie marathon is by focusing on a single franchise, allowing you to dive deep into its universe. Below, we've compiled a list of 15 top franchises perfect for your next binge-watch session, complete with the total runtime for each series.

With "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" released just last year, it's the perfect time to embark on a classic sci-fi movie binge. The franchise now boasts a total of 10 films, spread across three distinct timelines. Although the newer films aren't directly connected to the original series, they make for an exciting and cohesive movie marathon filled with our ape overlords.

While we can't provide the exact time needed to watch all of the Planet of the Apes movies, the substantial number of films means you could comfortably fit them into a two-day binge. Alternatively, you can opt to stream just the new prequel films and finish in a single day.

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

Before the Marvel Cinematic Universe took over, the X-Men franchise ruled the superhero genre. With the inclusion of Deadpool & Wolverine, the franchise now features 13 movies. The timeline can get tricky due to time jumps and the Deadpool films, but you can opt for a shorter binge by following the Wolverine timeline.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, you can watch all of 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 includes 13 films. Who would have thought a series that started with racing would evolve into a saga that ventures into space? If you're craving an action-packed movie marathon centered around family, these films are perfect.

Binge-watching the entire series will take almost 23 and a half hours. Check out our guide to the Fast and Furious movies in order for more detailed information.

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3See it at AmazonLord of the Rings

One of the most iconic movie marathons is the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, a timeless fantasy epic based on J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved books. You can extend the experience by including the Hobbit trilogy and the Amazon's "Rings of Power" TV series for a comprehensive franchise binge.

The six feature-length films take about 19 and a half hours to watch in total. Adding two full seasons of "Rings of Power" adds another nearly 18 hours of content. For a detailed viewing guide, see our article on the Lord of the Rings in order or explore our guide to Lord of the Rings Blu-ray sets.

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3See it at AmazonStar Wars

Star Wars is a franchise that continues to expand. With "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects, the saga is growing rapidly. To date, there have been 11 Star Wars movies, with more on the horizon. Including animated movies, episodes from "The Clone Wars," and "The Mandalorian" would extend the timeline even further.

A movie marathon of just the live-action films would take just over 25 hours. For a comprehensive timeline, see 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 many pirate-themed films, the Pirates of the Caribbean series stands out as a true franchise. Featuring five films, all starring Johnny Depp's iconic Jack Sparrow, this series is a must-watch. While we await the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," you can easily marathon the existing films in one day.

All five movies can be watched in a row, taking just a little over 12 hours.

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

If you're looking for a dinosaur movie marathon, the Jurassic Park series is your best bet. With six feature-length films, along with short films and an animated Netflix series, the franchise is robust. A new movie, "Jurassic World Rebirth," is slated for July 2025. The series is split into two trilogies, but they all share the same timeline.

Watching all the movies at once will take just a little over 10 hours. For more information and where to watch, see our guide 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 consists of five movies. With the latest film, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," released in 2023 and a new Indiana Jones game on the horizon, now is a great time to revisit this classic series. If you're planning a Harrison Ford movie marathon, Indiana Jones is an excellent choice.

All five films can be watched in one day, with a combined runtime of just over 10 hours.

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

Despite its complex timeline, the Conjuring universe is vast, encompassing nine movies, including "The Conjuring," "Annabelle," and "The Nun" series. For a horror movie marathon, this franchise offers a rich and interconnected story.

Watching all nine movies and the five shorts will take just under 14 and a half hours, making it a perfect weekend binge, including "The Nun 2."

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With "Transformers One" now out, it's a great time to indulge in a Transformers movie marathon. The franchise includes eight feature-length films, all packed with action, explosions, and humor. "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" fits earlier in the timeline, so you can watch it first before moving on to the original film.

Binge-watching all the Transformers movies from start to finish will take about 18 and a half hours, perfect for filling two days of a weekend.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the Fantastic Beasts series' mixed reception, the Harry Potter movies remain a beloved franchise perfect for a movie marathon. Filled with magic and wonder, these films have captured the hearts of many who grew up with the books. The recent game, "Hogwarts Legacy," offers a fresh dive into the Harry Potter universe.

Excluding the Fantastic Beasts movies, you can watch all eight Harry Potter films in just under 20 hours. Adding the prequel films will extend the total to 6 hours and 49 minutes.

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3See it at AmazonAlien

With the addition of "Alien: Romulus," the Alien franchise now includes nine movies. These encompass the mainline series, Predator crossovers, and prequels.

For a space-horror movie marathon, the Alien films are an excellent choice. Watching all the Alien movies in order will take just a little over 17 hours, or about 14 hours without the Predator crossovers.

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After the success of "Scream 5" in 2022 and "Scream 6" in 2023, with "Scream 7" set for 2026, the Scream franchise is experiencing a resurgence. For a horror movie marathon that doesn't take itself too seriously, watching all the Scream movies in order is an excellent choice.

A marathon of all six Ghostface movies will take a little over 11 and a half hours. Find out where to watch all the Scream movies online.

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0See it at AmazonJames Bond

James Bond is one of the longest-running movie franchises, featuring 26 films with seven different actors playing the iconic spy. While watching every Bond movie in order of release is ambitious, focusing on a single Bond actor's era can make for a more manageable marathon. We recommend starting with the Daniel Craig Bond movies.

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

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With "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" now available to stream and a new Hunger Games book on the way, it's a great time to revisit the franchise. The prequel film allows for a smooth transition to the rest of the series.

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