Just Rankin’ Sh!t
6 Classic Movie Sequels That Are Better Than the Originals
Don’t believe the hype!
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6. The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride
Okay, hear us out. Never mind “Hakuna Matata” or these breathless rants about what Mufasa, Scar, and Simba rEpReSenT (feudalism, fascism, and capitalism, respectively). Let’s talk about the fact that “Not One of Us” is one of the coldest villain origin songs of all time.
5. Spider-Man 2
Sam Raimi’s sequel to the original thrills of Spidey versus Green Goblin is possibly the best villain story in the Spider-Man film canon. Alfred Molina blows the Dr. Octopus role outta the deep sea, seeking vengeance in Spidey simply because the webslanga was present for his wife’s horrific death. The scientist’s turn to trife life evokes Walter White vibes. No speed here, just sheer adrenaline hooked directly into our veins.
4. House Party 2
The house is bigger, the hair more bangin’, and with a noticeably beefed-up budget, Kid ’n Play got into their duffle on this one. Pajama parties > high school parties any day of the damn week.
