What is the oldest film franchise?

The oldest film franchise is the "James Bond" series, which began with "Dr. No" in 1962. However, if considering earlier series, the "Our Gang" (also known as "Little Rascals") shorts, starting in 1922, can be seen as the first recurring film franchise. Another notable mention is the "Tarzan" films, beginning in the 1918 silent film "Tarzan of the Apes." Each has contributed significantly to the evolution of film franchises.