Top 15 Movie Marathons for Any Occasion

Spending a weekend on a movie marathon is one of the best ways to relax and enjoy some cinematic bliss. Whether you're looking to unwind solo or plan a fun group activity with friends, immersing yourself in a series of films can be both enjoyable and rewarding. There's nothing quite like the thrill of watching hours of movies back-to-back, especially when you dive into a beloved franchise.

To help you plan your next epic movie marathon, we've curated a list of 15 of the best movie franchises to binge-watch, complete with their total runtimes. Whether you're into sci-fi, action, fantasy, or horror, there's something here for everyone.

With the recent release of "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," it's an ideal time to indulge in a classic sci-fi movie marathon. The Planet of the Apes franchise now boasts 10 films, offering a rich tapestry of stories despite the three distinct timelines. Whether you choose to watch all of them or focus on the newer prequel films, you're in for a captivating experience.

While we don't have the exact runtime for all Planet of the Apes movies, the collection can easily fill a two-day binge. For a quicker session, you can stream the newer films and wrap up 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 the pinnacle of superhero cinema. With 13 movies in its timeline, including the latest additions like "Deadpool & Wolverine," it offers a complex yet thrilling journey. You can choose to watch them chronologically or opt for the shorter Wolverine-focused timeline.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, you can enjoy all X-Men films in just over 22 hours. However, including Deadpool is a must for fans, making it an even more engaging 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 began as a series of racing films has evolved into an action-packed saga that even ventures into space. If you're in the mood for high-octane thrills and a focus on family, this series is perfect for your movie marathon.

The total runtime for all Fast and Furious films is nearly 23 and a half hours. For a detailed viewing order, check our guide 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 epic fantasy novels, this timeless saga is a must-watch. For a more extensive experience, include the Hobbit trilogy and Amazon's "Rings of Power" series.

The combined runtime of the six feature films is about 19 and a half hours. Adding the two seasons of "Rings of Power" adds another nearly 18 hours of content. For a detailed 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 remains a franchise with endless potential, with "The Acolyte" wrapping up this summer and numerous projects on the horizon. With 11 live-action movies to date, and more on the way, not to mention the animated films and series like "The Clone Wars" and "The Mandalorian," there's a vast universe to explore.

A marathon of the live-action films alone will take just over 25 hours. For a comprehensive viewing order, see our guide 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 movies, the Pirates of the Caribbean series stands out as a true franchise. With five feature-length films featuring Johnny Depp's iconic Jack Sparrow, and the anticipation for "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," it's the perfect time for a marathon.

All five movies can be watched in just a little over 12 hours, making it an ideal one-day binge.

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

For dinosaur enthusiasts, the Jurassic Park franchise is a must-watch. With six feature films, short films, and an animated Netflix series, there's plenty to enjoy. The upcoming "Jurassic World Rebirth" in July 2025 adds to the excitement.

The combined runtime for all six movies is just a little over 10 hours. For a detailed viewing order, 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 includes five films. With the latest, "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 adventure series.

All five movies can be watched in just over 10 hours, making it a feasible one-day marathon.

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1See it at AmazonThe Conjuring

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

Including all nine movies and the five shorts, you can complete the entire horror movie marathon in just under 14 and a half hours. This makes it a perfect weekend binge, including the latest addition, "The Nun 2."

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0See it at AmazonTransformers

With the release of "Transformers One," it's the perfect time for a Transformers movie marathon. With eight feature films filled with action and humor, you can start with "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts," set earlier in the timeline, and then move on to the original.

Watching all Transformers movies from start to finish will take about 18 and a half hours, making it an ideal two-day weekend event.

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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 and memorable characters, the Harry Potter universe is a classic.

Excluding the "Fantastic Beasts" films, all eight Harry Potter movies can be watched 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 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 thrilling space-horror movie marathon, watching all Alien movies in order will take just over 17 hours. Excluding the Predator crossovers shortens it to about 14 hours.

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With the recent success of "Scream 5" and "Scream 6," and "Scream 7" on the horizon, the Scream franchise is enjoying a resurgence. If you're looking for a horror movie marathon that's fun and doesn't take itself too seriously, watching all six Scream movies is a great choice.

The total runtime for all six movies is a little over 11 and a half hours. Find out where to watch all the Scream movies online.

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As one of the longest-running movie franchises, James Bond has 26 films featuring seven different actors. While watching all 26 in order is a monumental task, focusing on a single Bond era, like the Daniel Craig films, is more manageable.

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 the perfect time for a Hunger Games movie marathon. The prequel fits seamlessly into the timeline, allowing for a straightforward viewing experience.

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