A recent study using Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer scores highlights ten movie sequels that surpassed their predecessors in remarkable ways, demonstrating how follow-up films can elevate their franchises. The study, conducted by Gamblino, compares the critical reception of sequels to their original films. Here are the top ten sequels that outshined their originals:
- Star Trek: First Contact
- Original: Star Trek: Generations (47)
- Sequel: Star Trek: First Contact (93)
- Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
- Original: Star Trek: The Motion Picture (52)
- Sequel: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (86)
- Star Trek III: The Search for Spock
- Original: Star Trek: The Motion Picture (52)
- Sequel: Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (79)
- Thor: Ragnarok
- Original: Thor: The Dark World (67)
- Sequel: Thor: Ragnarok (93)
- Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
- Original: Mamma Mia! (55)
- Sequel: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (80)
- Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol
- Original: Mission: Impossible III (71)
- Sequel: Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (94)
- Logan
- Original: The Wolverine (71)
- Sequel: Logan (93)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
- Original: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (77)
- Sequel: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (96)
- Creed
- Original: Rocky Balboa (78)
- Sequel: Creed (95)
- Mad Max: Fury Road
- Original: Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome (81)
- Sequel: Mad Max: Fury Road (97)
These sequels stand out for their improved narratives, stronger character development, and critical acclaim. Carolyn Glover from Gamblino emphasizes that well-executed sequels can elevate a story and captivate both critics and audiences.
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