The 10 Movie Franchises With the Most Sequels

Infinite Sequels: The Movie Franchises That Just Won't Quit

If you’ve ever finished a movie and thought, “There’s no way they can stretch this into another sequel,” Hollywood probably took that as a challenge. From galaxy-hopping sagas to horror icons that just keep resurrecting, some franchises have turned the sequel game into an Olympic sport.

But which movies hold the crown for the most sequels? Buckle in, because these franchises are not just long; they’re legendary (and sometimes, a little ridiculous).

1. The MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

33+ Films (And Counting)

The Marvel Cinematic Universe didn’t just change superhero movies, it became the blueprint. Since Iron Man dropped in 2008, Marvel Studios has built an entire cinematic empire that spans over 15 years and 33+ films, with more spin-offs and TV tie-ins than we can count without pulling out a spreadsheet.

From Avengers: Endgame to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and even those niche Phase 4 entries like Eternals, the MCU doesn’t just do sequels, it multiplies them like a Marvel-themed multiverse.

Personal take? I still remember sneaking out of high school early to catch Infinity War on opening night. Totally worth the detention.

2. James Bond

27 Films

Bond. James Bond. This suave spy has been sipping martinis and dodging explosions since 1962. With 27 films and several Bonds later, the franchise has reinvented itself with each generation, from Sean Connery's smooth charm to Daniel Craig’s gritty realism.

While each film isn’t a direct sequel in the traditional sense, they form one of the longest-running film series ever. Bond films are like fashion trends, always finding a way to come back in style.

3. Godzilla

38+ Films (Japan and US)

Godzilla might actually be the ultimate sequel champ. Starting in Japan in 1954 and stomping through decades of monster mayhem, Godzilla has starred in over 38 films, from the campy classics to gritty reboots like Shin Godzilla and Godzilla Minus One.

Add in the American versions like Godzilla vs. Kong and the upcoming Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, and it’s clear this kaiju icon stays booked and busy.

4. The Fast & Furious Franchise

11 Main Films and Spin-offs

What started as a street racing movie turned into a global action powerhouse that defies gravity, physics, and sometimes logic. With 11 main films and spin-offs like Hobbs & Shaw, the Fast & Furious franchise went from stealing DVD players to driving in space.

Dom’s “family” keeps growing, and so do the sequels. Say what you want, but this series knows exactly what it is. It delivers gloriously over-the-top action you can’t stop watching.

5. Star Wars

12 Films and Countless Spin-offs

Star Wars is more than just movies. It’s a cultural phenomenon. From the original trilogy to the prequels, sequels, and standalone films like Rogue One, this franchise has spawned over 12 theatrical films and multiple Disney+ spin-offs like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka.

Even when you think it’s over, the Force finds a way to rise again.

6. Halloween Franchise

13 Films

Michael Myers keeps coming back. From the 1978 classic to the 2022 reboot trilogy, the Halloween series has sliced its way through 13 movies.

The timeline is a mess, but that's part of the charm. Whether he's getting shot, burned, or decapitated, Mikey keeps clocking in.

7. Pokemon Movies

24+ Animated Films

Pokémon isn’t just a card game or video game series. It has a massive movie legacy too. Since Pokémon: The First Movie in 1998, the series has released over 24 animated films, mostly following Ash Ketchum and Pikachu.

These films may not always hit the box office hard, but their cultural impact stays strong, especially for millennials and Gen Z.

8. The Land Before Time

14 Direct-to-Video Films

This one’s for the nostalgia gang. The original Land Before Time in 1988 was a heart-wrenching animated dino tale that spawned 13 sequels, most released straight to video.

It’s wild how a single story about friendship and survival in the dinosaur age turned into a full-on musical franchise with life lessons and character arcs that surprisingly hit deep.

9. The Lego Franchise

9+ Films and Spin-offs

What started with The Lego Movie evolved into a full cinematic universe. We got The Lego Batman Movie, Lego Ninjago, and more. While they don’t all follow the same storyline, they’ve expanded in so many directions they easily count as a mega franchise.

Also, The Lego Movie 2 got real emotional. That “Everything’s not awesome” moment? Oof.

10. Saw Franchise

10 Films

The Saw series is the horror franchise that refuses to die. Since its debut in 2004, there have been 10 movies, including Spiral and Saw X.

Even with Jigsaw dead, the writers keep finding ways to keep the pain going. It’s brutal, messy, and fans can’t get enough.

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