The 15 Best Movie Marathons to Watch Any Time

There's no better way to enjoy a weekend than indulging in a movie marathon. Whether you're looking to fill a long weekend or plan a fun group activity with friends, settling down for a cinematic binge is the perfect choice. You can immerse yourself in hours of storytelling, enjoying the thrill of watching films back-to-back.

The ideal movie marathons often focus on a single franchise, allowing you to delve deep into a beloved universe. To help you plan your next binge, we've curated a list of 15 top franchises along with their total runtimes, making it easy for you to schedule your viewing.

With "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" released just last year, now is the perfect time for a sci-fi movie marathon. The franchise boasts 10 films, despite the newer films not being connected to the original series and spanning three distinct timelines. This diversity adds a unique twist to your marathon, keeping you engaged with our fascinating ape overlords.

While we can't pinpoint the exact time needed to watch all the Planet of the Apes movies, the extensive lineup suggests you'll comfortably spend a two-day weekend binge. For a quicker session, you can opt to stream the newer prequel films and finish in just one 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 ruled the superhero movie scene. Now, with 13 movies, including "Deadpool & Wolverine," the timeline can get a bit tricky due to time jumps and the standalone Deadpool films. However, you can simplify your binge by following the Wolverine timeline for a more concise experience.

Excluding the Deadpool movies, you can watch all the X-Men films in just over 22 hours. But, given Deadpool's charm, you might want to include them in your marathon.

### X-Men Blu-Ray Collection

88Contains 10 movies.See it at AmazonFast and Furious

With the arrival of "Fast X" in 2023, the Fast and Furious franchise now includes 13 films. What started as a series of racing movies has evolved into an epic saga that even ventures into space. If you're seeking an action-packed marathon centered on themes of family and loyalty, these films are the perfect choice.

The entire series takes almost 23 and a half hours to watch. Check out our guide to the Fast and Furious movies in order for a seamless viewing experience.

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3See it at AmazonLord of the Rings

For a classic movie marathon, the Lord of the Rings trilogy is unbeatable. This epic fantasy, inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's novels, remains a timeless favorite. To expand your journey, consider including the Hobbit trilogy and Amazon's "Rings of Power" series.

The six feature-length films total about 19 and a half hours. Add two full seasons of "Rings of Power" for another nearly 18 hours of content. For a detailed viewing order, refer to 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 is a franchise that continues to expand, with "The Acolyte" concluding this summer and numerous upcoming projects. With 11 live-action films released so far, and more on the horizon, the saga offers endless exploration. Including animated films and series like "The Clone Wars" and "The Mandalorian" adds even more depth to your marathon.

A movie marathon focusing solely on the live-action films will take just over 25 hours. For a comprehensive timeline, see our guide to all Star Wars movies and shows in order, or dive 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 films featuring Johnny Depp's iconic Jack Sparrow, it's a perfect choice for a day-long marathon. While we await "Pirates of the Caribbean 6," you can enjoy the existing films in one sitting.

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

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2See it at AmazonJurassic Park

For dinosaur enthusiasts, the Jurassic Park franchise is the ultimate choice. With six feature-length films, short films, and an animated Netflix series, it's a comprehensive cinematic experience. The upcoming "Jurassic World Rebirth" is set for July 2025, but until then, you can enjoy the existing trilogies that share the same timeline.

The total runtime for all six movies is just a little over 10 hours. For more details, 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 "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" released in 2023 and a new game on the horizon, it's an ideal time to revisit this classic 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

Despite its complex timeline, the Conjuring universe offers a rich horror movie marathon experience. With nine movies, including "The Conjuring," "Annabelle," and "The Nun" series, it's a thrilling journey through the supernatural.

Including all nine movies and five shorts, you can watch the entire Conjuring universe in just under 14 and a half hours, making it a perfect weekend binge, including "The Nun 2."

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

0See it at AmazonTransformers

With "Transformers One" now available, it's a great time for a Transformers movie marathon. The franchise includes eight feature-length films, packed with action and Michael Bay's signature style. "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" is set earlier in the timeline, so consider starting with that before moving to the original.

Watching all eight movies will take about 18 and a half hours, perfect for a two-day 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 beloved choice for a movie marathon. Filled with magic and adventure, these films capture the hearts of fans who grew up with the books. The recent game "Hogwarts Legacy" adds to the franchise's allure.

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 "Alien: Romulus" adding to the saga, the Alien franchise now totals nine movies. This includes six mainline films, two Predator crossovers, and two prequels. If you're craving a space-horror marathon, the Alien films are a must-watch.

It will take just a little over 17 hours to watch every Alien movie in order, or 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" on the horizon for 2026, the Scream franchise is experiencing a resurgence. If you're in the mood for a horror movie marathon with a touch of humor, watching all the Scream movies in order is a fantastic choice.

All six Ghostface movies can be watched in a little over 11 and a half hours. Find out where you can stream all the Scream movies online.

### Scream: 6-Movie Collection

0See it at AmazonJames Bond

As one of the longest-running franchises, James Bond spans 26 movies across seven actors. While watching every film in order of release is ambitious, focusing on a single actor's era, like Daniel Craig's, makes for a more manageable marathon.

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.

### 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 for streaming and a new Hunger Games book on the way, it's the perfect time to revisit the series. The prequel sets the stage, allowing you to watch the films in chronological order without jumping around the timeline.

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