Long flight ahead? Time to buckle up and binge! Whether you crave epic quests, jaw-dropping stunts, swoony romances, or mutant mayhem, KrisWorld has a movie marathon lined up just for you.

Mission: Impossible

Since 1996, Tom Cruise has been racing, leaping, and clinging to the sides of planes as IMF agent Ethan Hunt. What started as a stylish TV adaptation quickly evolved into one of cinema’s premier spy franchises. From Brian De Palma’s suspenseful first outing to Christopher McQuarrie’s globe-trotting thrill rides, the series reflects changing filmmaking styles while delivering jaw-dropping stunts — think Burj Khalifa climbs, HALO jumps, and cliffside motorcycle dives. Eight films in, it’s less ‘Mission: Impossible’ and more ‘Mission: Unforgettable’.

Pirates of the Caribbean

Back in 2003, Disney bet big on a pirate movie based on a theme park ride — and struck cinematic gold. Johnny Depp’s Oscar-nominated turn as Jack Sparrow stole the show, alongside memorable performances from Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom. A rogues’ gallery of eccentric villains, from Geoffrey Rush’s Barbossa to Bill Nighy’s squid-faced Davy Jones, made the movie even more memorable.

The first three films became swashbuckling staples, while later entries expanded the mythos with cursed ships and ghostly foes. Bursting with sword fights, sea monsters, and salty humour, it’s a franchise that made pirates cool again.

The Lord of the Rings

Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings didn’t just adapt Tolkien’s legendary books — it redefined epic filmmaking. Shot against New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, the trilogy combined groundbreaking effects, an unforgettable Howard Shore score, and a powerhouse ensemble (Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Cate Blanchett, and more). Together, the films earned 17 Oscars, with The Return of the King sweeping all 11 of its nominations, including Best Picture. Follow it up with The Hobbit prequels for more Middle-earth magic (and a few extra dragons).

Bridget Jones

From her first diary entry in 2001 to her latest chapter in Mad About the Boy (2025), Bridget Jones has been the rom-com queen of the 21st century. Played with irresistible — and slightly awkward — charm by Renée Zellweger, Bridget’s love life has spanned uptight lawyers (Colin Firth), roguish bosses (Hugh Grant), dashing Americans (Patrick Dempsey), and more recent flings. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, her journey from singleton to mum, TV producer, and beyond proves she’s every bit as epic as the heroes with swords.

Rurouni Kenshin

Based on the beloved manga and anime, Rurouni Kenshin tells the story of a wandering swordsman in Meiji-era Japan, once a feared assassin, now sworn never to kill again. Across five live-action films, Takeru Satoh’s Kenshin battles foes with dazzling swordplay while navigating love, redemption, and past demons. With sweeping romance, meticulous choreography, and a richly recreated historical setting, the series is proof that live-action anime adaptations can get it right.

X-Men

Long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the X-Men movies brought mutants to the mainstream. Starting in 2000, audiences met Wolverine (Hugh Jackman), Professor X (Patrick Stewart), Magneto (Ian McKellen), Storm (Halle Berry), and more — superheroes whose stories doubled as allegories for prejudice and belonging. The saga grew into time-travel adventures, spin-offs like Logan and Deadpool, and a soft reboot with James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, and Jennifer Lawrence. Two decades on, the X-Men remain a cornerstone of comic book cinema, with a potential presence in the MCU.

Kingsman

Savile Row tailoring meets over-the-top spy action in Matthew Vaughn’s Kingsman series. Colin Firth’s gentleman agent mentors Taron Egerton’s Eggsy in a world of dapper suits, deadly gadgets, and gleefully outrageous villains played by the likes of Samuel L. Jackson and Julianne Moore.

Sequels expanded the global scale with the American Statesman, while the prequel The King’s Man reimagined WWI history with Rasputin and royalty. Stylish, violent, and irreverent, the series proves that espionage is best served shaken, stirred, and a little unhinged.