37 sequels that are even better than the original
Not all follow-ups are unnecessary wastes of time
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Your support makes all the difference.Sequels are an extremely tough thing to get right.
First up, they have to be warranted. So many films these days forsake effective endings in an attempt to set up future outings, just in case enough money is made and a follow-up is given the green light.
Because of this, sequels are in danger of being the cinematic punching bags. Worse still, they can dampen what came before. But not all sequels have to be such a dismal experience.
At best, follow-ups can be an organic continuation of a story – a necessary chapter that not only enhances the original upon re-watch, but adds such rich layers to a saga that it may even leave you yearning for another film.
These films are in existence, and we’ve compiled a list of the 37 best examples – sequels that either matched or overshadowed their original.
Scroll through the gallery below to see which sequels made the cut.
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