Watch-order guides

Release and chronological order for every major franchise — with runtimes and where to stream.

37 films · 2008–2025Marvel Cinematic UniverseFull marathon: 80h 49m13 films · 1977–2026Star WarsFull marathon: 28h 43m11 films · 2001–2022Harry Potter & the Wizarding WorldFull marathon: 26h 27m7 films · 2001–2024The Lord of the Rings & The HobbitFull marathon: 19h 27m11 films · 2001–2023Fast & FuriousFull marathon: 23h 2m14 films · 2000–2024X-MenFull marathon: 28h 3m7 films · 1993–2025Jurassic Park & Jurassic WorldFull marathon: 14h 42m8 films · 1996–2025Mission: ImpossibleFull marathon: 18h 25m5 films · 2014–2025John WickFull marathon: 10h 49m10 films · 2013–2025The Conjuring UniverseFull marathon: 18h 27m6 films · 1984–2019TerminatorFull marathon: 12h 3m

Where to start

QuickestJohn Wick

The shortest run on the board — one determined weekend clears it end to end.

DeepestMarvel Cinematic Universe

The longest haul we track. Block out the month before you press play.

Top-rated7.7The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit

The highest average rating across its films — the safest bet on the board.

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