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Average movie length by genre

Genre conventions shape runtime expectations. Action and fantasy epics run longest; comedies, horror, and animation typically stay under two hours.

Action and adventure films average around 130 minutes — think Mission: Impossible or Marvel entries. Comedies cluster near 90 minutes, horror around 95, and dramas near 110.

Genre runtime reference

These averages help you plan marathons and estimate list totals. A 50-film action watchlist at 130 minutes each totals over 108 hours — see our runtime tables for exact math.

Frequently asked questions

Action, fantasy, and historical epics typically average 125–140 minutes. Superhero blockbusters often exceed 130 minutes.

Comedy and horror frequently average 85–95 minutes. Animated family films often run 90–100 minutes.