Top 15 Movie Marathons for Any Occasion

There are few better ways to spend a weekend than indulging in a movie marathon. Whether you have a lot of time on your hands or are planning a fun and relaxing group activity with friends, watching hours of films in a row is an unbeatable choice. For an immersive experience, consider a franchise-based marathon. To help you plan your next cinematic adventure, we've compiled a list of 15 of the best movie franchises to binge, along with their total runtimes.

With the recent release of "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," now is the perfect time to embark on a classic sci-fi movie binge. The franchise now boasts 10 films, spread across three distinct timelines. Although the newer films are not directly connected to the original series, they all offer a thrilling cinematic experience centered around our ape overlords.

While the exact runtime for all Planet of the Apes movies isn't specified, a complete marathon would comfortably fit within a two-day period. Alternatively, you could focus on the newer prequel films and finish them 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 was king. With 13 films now in its timeline, including "Deadpool & Wolverine," the series offers a complex yet engaging narrative. While the chronological order can be tricky due to time jumps and the inclusion of the Deadpool movies, you can opt for the Wolverine timeline for a more concise binge.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, you can watch all of the X-Men films in just over 22 hours. However, including Deadpool adds a fun twist that you won't want to miss.

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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 counts 13 films. What began as a series of racing movies has evolved into an action-packed saga that even ventures into space. If you're in the mood for a high-octane, family-centric movie marathon, this is the series for you.

The total runtime for all Fast and Furious films is almost 23 and a half hours. For a detailed viewing order, check out our guide to the Fast and Furious movies.

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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, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's timeless novels. You can also include the Hobbit trilogy and the "Rings of Power" TV series for a comprehensive binge of the entire franchise.

The combined runtime for all six feature-length films is about 19 and a half hours. Adding the two seasons of "Rings of Power" extends your marathon by nearly 18 more hours. For more information, see our guide on the Lord of the Rings movies and our recommendations for Blu-ray sets.

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3See it at AmazonStar Wars

Star Wars is an ever-expanding franchise with no end in sight. With "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects, the saga continues to grow. There have been 11 live-action Star Wars movies released so far, not counting animated films and series like "The Clone Wars" and "The Mandalorian."

A movie marathon of just the live-action films will take just over 25 hours. For a detailed 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 pirate-themed films, the Pirates of the Caribbean series stands out as a true franchise. With five feature-length films starring Johnny Depp as the roguish Jack Sparrow, you can easily marathon them in one day. We're still awaiting the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," but until then, you can enjoy the existing films.

The total runtime for all five movies is just a little over 12 hours.

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

If you're craving a dinosaur-themed movie marathon, the Jurassic Park franchise is your best bet. With six feature-length films, a couple of shorts, and an animated Netflix series, the series spans from the original Jurassic Park movies to the newer Jurassic World trilogy. A new film, "Jurassic World Rebirth," is set for release in July 2025.

The combined runtime for all six movies is just a little over 10 hours. For more information and viewing options, see our guide on the Jurassic Park movies in order.

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Spanning over four decades, the Indiana Jones franchise includes five films. With the latest film, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," released in 2023, and a new game on the horizon, it's an excellent time to revisit this classic series. If you're planning a Harrison Ford movie marathon, starting with Indiana Jones is a great choice.

The total runtime for all five films is just over 10 hours, making it a feasible one-day marathon.

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

Surprisingly expansive, the Conjuring universe can be confusing for newcomers. With nine movies, including "The Conjuring," "Annabelle," and "The Nun," it's a vast horror franchise.

Including all nine movies and the five shorts, you can complete this horror movie marathon in just under 14 and a half hours. It's a perfect weekend binge, allowing you to catch up on the entire story, including "The Nun 2."

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With the release of "Transformers One," it's a great time for a Transformers movie marathon. The franchise now includes eight feature-length films, 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.

The total runtime for all eight movies is about 18 and a half hours, perfect for a two-day weekend binge.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the mixed reception to the "Fantastic Beasts" series, the Harry Potter movies remain a beloved choice for a movie marathon. Filled with magic, wonder, and beloved characters, the franchise is a classic for those who grew up with the books. The recent game, "Hogwarts Legacy," further enriches 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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With "Alien: Romulus" adding to the franchise, there are now nine Alien movies, including six in the main series, two Predator crossovers, and two prequels.

For a space-horror movie marathon, the Alien series is ideal. It will take just a little over 17 hours to watch every Alien movie in order, or about 14 hours without the Predator crossovers.

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Currently enjoying a resurgence in popularity, the Scream franchise has seen recent hits with "Scream 5" in 2022 and "Scream 6" in 2023, with "Scream 7" on the horizon for 2026. If you're looking for a light-hearted horror movie marathon, watching all the Scream movies in order is a great choice.

The total runtime for all six Ghostface movies is a little over 11 and a half hours. Here's where you can watch all of the Scream movies online.

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0See it at AmazonJames Bond

As one of the longest-running franchises, James Bond includes 26 movies across seven actors. While watching all films in release order is a daunting task, focusing on a single actor's era, such as the Daniel Craig Bond movies, makes for a more manageable marathon.

The total runtime for all 26 Bond films is over 54 hours, but a Daniel Craig Bond marathon takes just 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 the perfect time to revisit the series. The recent film is a prequel, allowing you to watch the franchise in a straightforward timeline.

Watching all five Hunger Games films 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.