10 Reasons Why Dystopian Franchises Are Officially Back And Not Cringe

It's time to pull out your best side-part-and-long-braid lewk again!

1. There's unlimited eye candy in each franchise.

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Ummmm... We are forever grateful to the casting directors for finding the best people to play our favorite dystopian boyfriends. Whether you were Team Jacob or Edward or Team Peeta or Gale, each side of the rivalry was guaranteed to be your crush for the next five years... and counting!

2. You've got the perfect soundtrack to romanticize your life.

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Are you walking to the grocery store? No, you're walking to battle. On the train ride home? No, you're on the Hogwarts Express starting your new school year. These movies have the perfect songs that can make what seems like an everyday routine turn into something much more dramatic. You've got options like the famous "Bella's Lullaby" in Twilight or original songs from Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde, and Coldplay in The Hunger Games. These movies provide music that can turn any situation into something bigger, so put on your headphones and turn the volume up; your story has just begun.

3. Have you been wanting some new ink? Boy, I have some inspo for you!

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Have some space on your arm? Fear not, and get your favorite quote tattooed on your arm. Show off some fresh ink inspired by your favorite books and be the die-hard fan you have always wanted to be. If inspiration is lacking, look no further than the pages or the big screen. From lightning bolts to tridents, mockingjays, and trees, there is an endless list of tattoo ideas for your next appointment.

4. Need a Christmas movie to watch? There are eight Harry Potter films!

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Christmas movies can get repetitive after watching them repeatedly throughout the years. Luckily, the Harry Potter films serve as the perfect underrated Christmas movies. The beautiful and cheerful decorations covering Hogwarts can put anyone in the Christmas spirit. Mrs. Weasly's homemade personalized sweaters for Ron and Harry make the perfect gifts that fans have replicated throughout the holiday season. The Harry Potter movies are an unexpected feel-good holiday movie that is best to watch cuddled up by the fireplace, a giant Christmas tree, and a hot cup of cocoa.

5. Find a new community of friends!

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Did none of your friends watch the movies or read the books? Fear not! Many Facebook pages, TikTok communities, and online groups meet virtually to connect and share their love for all things dystopian. There are also events like ComicCon where actors meet with their fans and answer a panel of fan questions regarding their character. There is always space for new and old fans to come together and discuss their conspiracies and theories regarding the books and the author's intentions.

6. Want to decrease your screen time? Pick up a book!

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Have you been racking up your hours on screen time but still need a distraction or sense of entertainment? Pick up a dystopian novel! Carry your book in your bag like your phone and get lost in the stories. These stories range from all different genres, not just adventure but love, friendship, politics, war, family, and comedy. You will laugh and cry with every page turn in these books. And reading the books come the facts and explanations you may have missed in the movie!

7. The fun continues on social media.

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In the recent years of TikTok and Instagram, a resurgence of fan edits and memes have made their way to the top of the algorithm. Memes like the Josh Hutcherson "Whistle" TikTok trend are at the top of the leaderboard and Josh discussed the trend himself on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show. Fans worldwide are creating edits of their favorite characters, gaining millions of likes and views. What edit would you make?

8. Spinoffs! Adaptions! New books! Oh my!

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In the past five years, there has been a rise in new releases of Percy Jackson and The Hunger Games. New and old fans come together, watching as unique storylines and characters are introduced, creating a fresh franchise. The release of the new Percy Jackson and the Olympians series on Disney+ has brought original fans of the books of all ages down to sit down and tune into the show. Similarly, The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, a prequel to the original three books, brought new and old fans into the cinema.

9. Reconnect with your inner child.

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There is nothing like sitting down and watching your favorite characters on the screen. Your heart races as you see Katniss volunteer as tribute or see Tris jump off the train for the first time. Watching these movies can give you a sense of nostalgia you have not felt for a long time but have not forgotten. Diving back into your dystopian era will provide you with a sense of comfort that is all too familiar and make you feel all the same feelings you had as a kid.

10. Lastly, you can be the coolest friend!

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Being a bookworm or just a super fan of movies guarantees you will be great at small talk. Especially if you are upfront with your likings of the franchises, you will be the friend everyone goes to with their questions. You could say you are the most excellent and most educated friend. Your friends can always count on you to pause the movie and explain every line the character said in-depth, even if it was just about a bird (it's never just a bird). Also, trivia night? You've got it in the bag!

Which dystopian franchises do you unabashedly like in 2024? Let us know in the comments!