19 Sequel movies that were just as good or, may be, better

Modified Feb 01, 2025 12:09 ET

Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight | Image via Warner Bros. Pictures

15) Aliens (1986)

Sigourney Weaver in Aliens | Image via Brandywine Productions

Aliens is a standout sequel that fits this list by taking the intense horror and atmosphere of the original and amplifying it. Directed by James Cameron, the film follows Sigourney Weaver's Allen Ripley back to the planet where her crew first encountered the murderous Xenomorphs, only this time, she brings with her an armed squad of Marines. The film expands on the Alien lore while introducing memorable new characters and intense action sequences to ramp up the tension.