Also, related to series you have a few film directors who command some of that strength. Tarantino comes to mind, though it's an interesting example because the

Also, related to series you have a few film directors who command some of that strength. Tarantino comes to mind, though it's an interesting example because there's a sort of common universe underlying the movies. However as you go more niche/cult you'll probably find small communities who wait dearly on the author's next work, be it a film or a book.