Top 15 Movie Marathons for Any Time Viewing

There's no better way to spend a relaxing weekend than indulging in a movie marathon. Whether you're looking to fill a leisurely weekend or planning a fun group activity, watching movies back-to-back is a timeless and enjoyable choice. For the ultimate movie-watching experience, consider diving into a franchise marathon. We've curated a list of 15 of the best movie franchises perfect for binge-watching, complete with total runtimes for all films combined.

With "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" released just last year, now is the perfect time to embark on a classic sci-fi movie binge. The Planet of the Apes franchise now boasts 10 films, each offering unique storytelling despite the existence of three separate timelines. This makes for an engaging and fun movie marathon centered around our fascinating ape overlords.

While we don’t have the exact runtime for all the Planet of the Apes movies, the extensive collection can comfortably be enjoyed over a two-day binge session. For a quicker experience, you can opt to stream 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 took over, the X-Men franchise was the pinnacle of superhero cinema. Now, with 13 films including "Deadpool & Wolverine," the franchise offers a rich tapestry of stories. The timeline can get tricky with time jumps and the inclusion of the Deadpool series, but you can simplify your marathon by following 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 for the full experience.

### X-Men Blu-Ray Collection

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. 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 an action-filled marathon that emphasizes family, these films are ideal.

Watching all the films together will take almost 23 and a half hours. For more details, check our guide on watching the Fast and Furious movies in order.

### Blu-Ray + Digital Fast & Furious: 10 Movie Collection

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 saga based on J.R.R. Tolkien's novels. You can expand your marathon to include all three Hobbit movies and 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. Add two full seasons of "Rings of Power" for another nearly 18 hours of content. See our guide on watching 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 is a franchise that continues to grow, with "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects in the pipeline. With 11 live-action movies released so far and an ever-expanding universe including animated movies, "The Clone Wars," "The Mandalorian," and more, there's a lot to explore.

A movie marathon focusing solely on the live-action films will take just over 25 hours. For more information on the 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 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, this series is a perfect one-day marathon. We're still awaiting the release date for "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," but in the meantime, you can enjoy all the current films.

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

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

While there are few truly great dinosaur movies, the Jurassic Park franchise is the best choice for a dinosaur-themed marathon. With six feature-length films, along with short films and an animated Netflix series, and the upcoming "Jurassic World Rebirth" set for July 2025, there's plenty to watch. The franchise is divided into the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World trilogies but follows a single 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 includes five movies. With "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" released in 2023 and a new Indiana Jones game on the horizon, it's an excellent time to revisit this classic series. If you're planning a Harrison Ford movie marathon, Indiana Jones is a great starting point.

You can watch all five Indiana Jones movies 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" films, the Conjuring universe is surprisingly expansive. If you're new to the franchise, the timeline can be confusing, but it's a great choice for a horror movie marathon.

Including all nine movies and the five shorts, you can watch the entire Conjuring series in just under 14 and a half hours. This is perfect for catching up on the whole story, including "The Nun 2," over a weekend.

### The Conjuring 7-Film Blu-Ray Collection

0See it at AmazonTransformers

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

Watching all the Transformers movies from start to finish will take about 18 and a half hours, perfect for a weekend filled with action.

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10See it at AmazonHarry Potter

Despite the mixed reception to the "Fantastic Beasts" series, the Harry Potter movies remain one of the best marathons you can have. Full of magic, wonder, and beloved characters, the Harry Potter universe is a classic for many who grew up with the books. The recent game "Hogwarts Legacy" has also reignited interest in the world before the movies.

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

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3See it at AmazonAlien

With "Alien: Romulus" added to the franchise, the Alien series 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, and about 14 hours if you exclude the Predator crossovers.

### Alien: 6-Film Collection

4Contains six Blu-ray discs and digital codes. See it at WalmartScream

Following the success of "Scream 5" in 2022 and "Scream 6" in 2023, with "Scream 7" set for 2026, the Scream franchise is more popular than ever. If you're looking for a lighthearted horror movie marathon, watching all the Scream movies in order is a fantastic choice.

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

### Scream: 6-Movie Collection

0See it at AmazonJames Bond

James Bond is one of the longest-running movie franchises, with 26 films featuring seven different actors in the iconic role. While watching all films in release order would be a monumental task, you can start with a more manageable marathon of the Daniel Craig Bond movies.

Watching all 26 Bond films would take over 54 hours, but focusing on the Daniel Craig era will take a more reasonable 7 hours and 40 minutes.

### James Bond Collection

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 an ideal time to revisit the franchise. The prequel sets the stage, allowing you to watch the subsequent films in chronological order without timeline jumps.

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