1968 original film based on Pierre Boulle's novel about primates ruling Earth. Original film stars Rod Serling, budget $5.8 million. Sequels include Beneath (1970), Escape (1971), Conquest (1972), and Battle (1973). 2001 Tim Burton remake starring Mark Wahlberg
Godzilla 1 (1954) introduced nuclear holocaust metaphor and longest-running franchise. First suit (Shodai-Goji) featured horror-oriented face and distinctive features. Godzilla 2 (1956) introduced Anguirus and slimmer suit design. Godzilla 3 (1962) introduced King Kong and new reptilian design
Dragon Ball films are based on manga and four TV series. All films released in Japan during spring and summer vacations. Akira Toriyama created most of the franchise but had limited involvement. Original 16 films took three months to create each
Four science fiction action comedy films directed by Barry Sonnenfeld. Based on Lowell Cunningham's comic book series about aliens monitoring Earth. Released from 1997 to 2019, produced by Amblin Entertainment and MacDonald/Parkes
Batman first appeared in 1943 serial film starring Lewis Wilson. 1966 film adaptation starred Adam West and Burt Ward. Warner Bros. acquired Batman rights in 1979 for darker, serious tone
Franchise began with Pierre Boulle's 1963 novel about ape-human conflict. Original 1968 film starring Charlton Heston became critical and commercial success. Fox produced five sequels from 1970 to 1973, focusing on racial conflict themes