The 15 Best Movie Marathons to Watch Any Time

There are few better ways to spend a weekend than immersing yourself in a movie marathon. Whether you're looking to fill a free weekend or plan a fun and relaxing group activity with friends, watching hours of films back-to-back is always a fantastic choice. It's the perfect way to unwind and enjoy some cinematic magic.

When it comes to movie marathons, one of the best approaches is to focus on a single franchise. This allows you to dive deep into a story and its characters, making for a more immersive experience. To help you plan your next movie marathon, we've curated a list of 15 top franchises, complete with the total runtime for all the movies combined.

With the release of "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" last year, now is the perfect time to indulge in a classic sci-fi movie binge. The franchise now boasts 10 films, making it a robust choice for a marathon. Although the newer films aren't directly connected to the original series, and there are technically three different timelines, the journey with our ape overlords remains thrilling and enjoyable.

While we don't have the precise runtime for all Planet of the Apes movies, the sheer number of films suggests you could comfortably binge them over a weekend. If you're short on time, you could also opt to stream just 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 Marvel Cinematic Universe dominated the superhero genre, the X-Men franchise was king. With 13 films in the timeline, including the addition of "Deadpool & Wolverine," there's plenty to watch. The chronological order can get tricky with time jumps and the inclusion of the Deadpool movies, but you can simplify it by focusing on the Wolverine timeline for a shorter binge.

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 "Fast X" hitting screens in 2023, the Fast and Furious franchise now includes 13 movies. What began as a series of racing films has evolved into an action-packed saga that even ventured into space. If you're looking for a high-octane, family-centric movie marathon, this franchise is the perfect fit.

Binge-watching all the films 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

One of the most iconic movie marathons is the original Lord of the Rings trilogy. This epic fantasy, adapted from J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved books, has become a timeless classic. You can expand your marathon to include the Hobbit trilogy and Amazon's "Rings of Power" TV series for a comprehensive dive into Middle-earth.

The combined runtime for all six feature-length films is about 19 and a half hours. Adding the two full seasons of "Rings of Power" will add another nearly 18 hours of content. For a detailed viewing order, see our guide on the Lord of the Rings series or check out 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 continues to expand with no end in sight. With "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects, the universe keeps growing. To date, there have been 11 Star Wars movies, not including 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 comprehensive timeline, check our guide to all Star Wars movies and shows in order, or explore 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 featuring Johnny Depp's iconic Jack Sparrow, it's a delightful binge. While we await the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," you can marathon the existing movies in a single day.

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

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

For fans of dinosaur movies, the Jurassic Park franchise is the go-to choice. With six feature-length films, along with short films and an animated Netflix series, there's plenty to explore. A new movie, "Jurassic World Rebirth," is set for release in July 2025. The franchise splits into two trilogies: the original Jurassic Park films and the Jurassic World series, all part of the same timeline.

Watching all six movies will take 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 movies. With the latest addition, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," released in 2023, and the new Indiana Jones game, it's an excellent time to revisit this series. If you're planning a Harrison Ford movie marathon, starting with Indiana Jones is a great choice.

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

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

With nine movies, including "The Conjuring," "Annabelle," and "The Nun" series, the Conjuring universe is expansive and can be confusing for newcomers. Including all nine movies and the five shorts, you can complete a horror movie marathon in just under 14 and a half hours. This is a great way to catch up on the entire story, including "The Nun 2," over a weekend.

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With "Transformers One" now released, it's a great time for a Transformers movie marathon. The franchise includes eight feature-length films packed with action and humor, courtesy of Michael Bay. "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" takes place earlier in the timeline, so you can watch it first before moving on to the original films.

Watching all eight movies will take about 18 and a half hours, perfect for a weekend filled with Transformers action.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the mixed reception to the Fantastic Beasts series, the Harry Potter movies remain a top choice for a movie marathon. Filled with magic, wonder, and beloved characters like the Weasleys, the Harry Potter universe is a classic. The release of "Hogwarts Legacy" further enriches the experience.

Excluding the Fantastic Beasts films, you can watch all eight Harry Potter movies in just under 20 hours. Including the prequels adds another 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. This includes six mainline films, two Predator crossovers, and two prequels. For a space-horror movie marathon, the Alien films are an excellent choice.

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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Following the success of "Scream 5" in 2022 and "Scream 6" in 2023, with "Scream 7" slated for 2026, the Scream franchise is thriving. If you're looking for a horror movie marathon that's both thrilling and humorous, watching all the Scream movies in order is a fantastic choice.

A marathon of all six Ghostface films will take a little over 11 and a half hours. Find out where you can 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 across seven actors. While watching every James Bond movie in release order is ambitious, you could start with a Daniel Craig Bond marathon for a more manageable experience.

Watching all 26 Bond films would take over 54 hours, while a Daniel Craig Bond marathon would take about 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 an ideal time to revisit the series. The prequel sets the stage for the rest of the films, allowing for a seamless marathon experience.

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.