Longest Horror Movie Franchises
The horror genre is one of the most popular and enduring in cinema history. From the silent era to the present day, horror films have captivated audiences with their ability to scare, thrill, and entertain. Some of the most iconic horror franchises have been around for decades, spawning multiple sequels, prequels, and spin-offs. Here are some of the longest-running horror movie franchises:
- Universal Monsters (1931-present): The Universal Monsters franchise is one of the oldest and most successful in horror history. It began with the 1931 film "Dracula" and has since spawned numerous sequels, prequels, and spin-offs featuring iconic monsters such as Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Wolf Man, and The Invisible Man.
- Godzilla (1954-present): The Godzilla franchise is the longest-running horror franchise in history. It began with the 1954 film "Godzilla" and has since spawned over 30 sequels, prequels, and spin-offs. The franchise has become a global phenomenon, with Godzilla becoming one of the most recognizable monsters in the world.
- Friday the 13th (1980-present): The Friday the 13th franchise is one of the most successful slasher franchises in history. It began with the 1980 film "Friday the 13th" and has since spawned 12 sequels, a prequel, and a remake. The franchise is centered around the masked killer Jason Voorhees, who stalks and murders teenagers at Camp Crystal Lake.
- A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984-present): The A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise is another successful slasher franchise. It began with the 1984 film "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and has since spawned eight sequels, a remake, and a crossover film with the Friday the 13th franchise. The franchise is centered around the dream-stalking killer Freddy Krueger, who murders teenagers in their dreams.
- Halloween (1978-present): The Halloween franchise is one of the most influential horror franchises in history. It began with the 1978 film "Halloween" and has since spawned 11 sequels, a remake, and a reboot. The franchise is centered around the masked killer Michael Myers, who stalks and murders teenagers on Halloween night.
These are just a few of the longest-running horror movie franchises. These franchises have stood the test of time and continue to entertain audiences with their scares, thrills, and iconic characters.
