20 Movie Sequels That Were Better Than the Originals
When it comes to movies, there is often a general feeling that sequels are never quite as good as the original. After all, follow-up films can often be pumped-out projects trying to recapture the magic of something great, and they often fall short as a result.
But not always. Sometimes, like in the case of the new Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel is even better received than the first film.
Read on to learn more about 20 movies that critics thought were indeed better than the initial project, ranked by the Metascore point differential between the first and second film (from smallest to largest jump in score).
Original film:
The Bourne Identity (2002)
In 2002, director Doug Liman put his spin on novelist Robert Ludlum’s famed character with The Bourne Identity. Two years later Paul Greengrass took over the action for the anticipated follow up. In it, Matt Damon reprises the role of Jason Bourne as he re-enters the world of expert assassins. However, before he can move forward, he needs to address the things that are still plaguing him about his former life.
“Taut, tightly paced and thrilling, with some of the best chase sequences – whether by foot, taxi or Jeep – in recent memory.” —Claudia Puig, USA Today
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