The 15 Best Movie Marathons to Watch Any Time

There are few better ways to spend a weekend than indulging in a movie marathon. Whether you have ample time on your hands or are planning a fun and relaxing group activity, watching hours of films back-to-back is always a winning choice. A movie marathon can be an excellent way to bond with friends or simply enjoy some cinematic bliss.

For the ultimate movie marathon experience, consider focusing on a single franchise. This allows you to immerse yourself in a cohesive narrative, making the experience even more rewarding. To help you plan your next movie marathon, we've curated a list of 15 of the best franchises to binge, along with the total runtime for each series.

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 Planet of the Apes franchise boasts a total of 10 films, despite the newer films not being directly connected to the original series and comprising three separate timelines. Nonetheless, a marathon of these films promises an engaging and thrilling journey with our ape overlords.

While we don't have the exact runtime for all Planet of the Apes movies, the extensive lineup suggests a comfortable two-day binge. Alternatively, you can opt to stream just the new prequel films and wrap up your marathon 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 movies in its timeline, including the latest addition of Deadpool & Wolverine, it's a rich saga to explore. The chronological order can get a bit tricky due to time jumps and the inclusion of the Deadpool movies, but you can also opt for a shorter binge by following the Wolverine timeline.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, watching all the X-Men films will take just over 22 hours. However, including Deadpool is highly recommended, as it adds a unique and entertaining flavor to the marathon.

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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 movies. What started as a series focused on racing has evolved into a sprawling saga that even ventures into space. If you're in the mood for an action-packed movie marathon centered around family, the Fast and Furious films are the perfect choice.

Watching all the films in the series will take almost 23 and a half hours. For more detailed guidance, check out our comprehensive guide to the Fast and Furious movies in order.

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3See it at AmazonLord of the Rings

Embarking on a marathon of the original Lord of the Rings trilogy is a timeless classic. This epic fantasy series, adapted from J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved novels, has captivated audiences for generations. For a more extensive experience, you can also include the three Hobbit movies and Amazon's Rings of Power TV series.

The combined runtime of the six feature-length films is about 19 and a half hours. Adding the two full seasons of Rings of Power will add nearly another 18 hours of content. For a detailed viewing guide, refer to 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 grow with no end in sight. With "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects, the universe is expanding rapidly. To date, 11 Star Wars movies have been released, not counting animated films, episodes of The Clone Wars, The Mandalorian, and other series that further enrich the timeline.

A marathon of just the live-action films will take just over 25 hours. For a complete guide, check out our article on 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. Featuring five feature-length movies, all starring Johnny Depp as the iconic Jack Sparrow, this series is a thrilling adventure on the high seas. While we await the release of Pirates of the Caribbean 6, you can enjoy a full marathon of the existing films in one day.

The total runtime for all five Pirates of the Caribbean movies is just a little over 12 hours.

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

For fans of dinosaur movies, the Jurassic Park franchise offers a thrilling experience. Comprising six feature-length films, along with short films and an animated Netflix series, this franchise spans both the original Jurassic Park trilogy and the Jurassic World series. A new movie, "Jurassic World Rebirth," is slated for release in July 2025.

The combined runtime for all six movies is just a little over 10 hours. For more details on the series, 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 installment, "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," released in 2023, and a new game on the horizon, now is an excellent time to revisit this iconic series. If you're planning a Harrison Ford movie marathon, starting with Indiana Jones is a great choice.

The total runtime for all five Indiana Jones movies is just over 10 hours, making it possible to complete the marathon in a single day.

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

With nine movies in its universe, including The Conjuring, Annabelle, and The Nun series, the Conjuring franchise offers a vast and intricate timeline. If you're new to this world, a marathon can help you catch up on the entire story, including "The Nun 2," over a weekend.

Including all nine movies and the five shorts, the total runtime for the Conjuring movie marathon is just under 14 and a half hours.

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With the release of "Transformers One," now is a great time to dive into a Transformers movie marathon. The franchise now includes eight feature-length films, packed with action, explosions, and Michael Bay's signature humor. "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" is set earlier in the timeline, so you can start with it before moving on to the original films.

Watching all eight Transformers movies will take about 18 and a half hours, making it an ideal choice for a weekend marathon.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the mixed reception of the Fantastic Beasts series, the Harry Potter movies remain one of the best movie marathons. Filled with magic, wonder, and the beloved Weasley family, the Harry Potter universe is a classic that resonates with many who grew up with the books. The recent release of the game "Hogwarts Legacy" has further fueled fan interest.

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

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3See it at AmazonAlien

With the addition of "Alien: Romulus," the Alien franchise now includes nine movies. This series encompasses six mainline films, two Predator crossovers, and two prequels, making it a comprehensive choice for a space-horror movie marathon.

Watching every Alien movie in order will take just over 17 hours, while excluding the Predator crossovers reduces the total to about 14 hours.

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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 enjoying a resurgence. For a horror movie marathon that's both thrilling and lighthearted, watching all the Scream movies in order is a fantastic option.

A marathon of all six Ghostface movies will take a little over 11 and a half hours. For more information on where to watch them, check out our guide on where to stream the Scream movies.

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0See it at AmazonJames Bond

James Bond is one of the longest-running movie franchises, spanning 26 films and seven different actors. While watching all the films in order of release is an ambitious undertaking, you might prefer to focus on a single actor's era. 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 much more feasible at 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" now available to stream and a new Hunger Games book on the way, it's the perfect time to revisit the series. As a prequel, the latest film fits smoothly into the franchise's timeline, allowing for a seamless viewing experience.

Watching all five Hunger Games films will take just over 11 and a half hours, with the new prequel being the longest at 2 hours and 38 minutes.