Abstract
- Comedy motion pictures require the proper mixture of writers, actors, and a fantastic premise, making profitable sequels a uncommon feat.
- Makes an attempt to copy the magic of unique comedies usually fall quick, particularly if the joke has gone stale.
- Massive-name casts and cameos will not be sufficient to save lots of sequels in the event that they lose the essence of what made the unique film nice.
Nice comedy motion pictures can really feel like catching lightning in a bottle, and this usually implies that sequels fail to reside as much as the originals. Comedy is notoriously tough to copy. An excellent comedy film requires the proper mixture of writers and actors working along with an attention-grabbing premise and loads of room to discover. Altering any of the numerous elements concerned in making a film can lead to a whole collapse, and a disappointing sequel.
As a result of comedy is so laborious to copy, there aren’t very many profitable comedy franchises. Nonetheless, some crowdpleasing comedy motion pictures are so well-liked that they demand sequels, even when the premise cannot help one other story. Comedy requires the ingredient of shock, and making pointless sequels is similar as telling the identical joke time and again, and characters can put on out their welcome fairly rapidly.
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10 Film Sequels That Utterly Missed The Level Of The Authentic
Some film sequels attempt to change an excessive amount of , they usually neglect the important thing particulars which made the unique film so well-liked within the first place.
10 Zoolander 2 (2016)
Sequel to Zoolander (2001)
- Launch Date
- February 12, 2016
- Forged
- Christine Taylor , Owen Wilson , Kristen Wiig , Ariana Grande , Ben Stiller , Fred Armisen , Will Ferrell , Penelope Cruz , Olivia Munn , Billy Zane , Benedict Cumberbatch
For the reason that sequel got here a full 15 years later, the tradition had shifted a lot that Zoolander 2 now not felt as related or attention-grabbing.
Zoolander is not only a parody of shallow, image-obsessed celebrities. It additionally takes intention at a really particular second in America’s cultural historical past. The primary film was completely timed to capitalize on this pattern, however because the sequel got here a full 15 years later, the tradition had shifted a lot that Zoolander 2 now not felt as related or attention-grabbing. A star-studded forged was not sufficient to save lots of the sequel from poor critiques.
Zoolander 2 dealt a blow to Ben Stiller, however he wasn’t the one star whose popularity took a success. Regardless of additionally bringing again Will Ferrell and Owen Wilson, who contributed a lot to the unique, Zoolander 2 failed to satisfy expectations. The sequel traded in a lot of its comedic punch for a string of meaningless celeb cameos. Katy Perry, ASAP Rocky, Katie Couric, Stephen Hawking and plenty of extra well-known faces performed themselves, however they did not add a lot to the film.
9 The Hangover Half II (2011)
Sequel to The Hangover (2009)
Somewhat than discovering a contemporary new strategy with the identical characters, The Hangover Half II tries to repeat the identical plot, substituting Las Vegas for Bangkok.
The Hangover has a dynamite premise. It is a comedy film, however there are parts of thriller because the members of the “Wolf Pack” get up struggling to piece collectively the occasions of the earlier night time and discover their lacking buddy. A sequel wasn’t crucial, however the playful dynamic between Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis was too entertaining to make use of simply as soon as.
Somewhat than discovering a contemporary new strategy with the identical characters, The Hangover Half II tries to repeat the identical plot, substituting Las Vegas for Bangkok. The sequel, subsequently, cannot escape comparisons to the unique film, and because the shock and the thriller parts are a lot diminished the second time spherical, these aren’t favorable comparisons. The Hangover Half II‘s saving grace is that it is not The Hangover Half III. Regardless of the franchise’s diminishing returns, Bradley Cooper seems open to The Hangover 4, over a decade later.
8 Airplane II: The Sequel (1982)
Sequel to Airplane! (1980)
- Director
- Ken Finkleman
- Launch Date
- December 10, 1982
- Forged
- Robert Hays , Julie Hagerty , Lloyd Bridges , Chad Everett , William Shatner
The artistic workforce of Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker did not return for the sequel, and the consequence lacks their inimitable fashion.
Airplane is without doubt one of the most quotable comedy motion pictures of all time, delivering real laughs at breakneck pace. The catastrophe parody film makes use of slapstick humor, puns, sight gags, satire, and anything that may get fun. Due to some nice performances, together with an excellent deadpan flip from Leslie Nielsen, Airplane manages to regulate all of those disparate parts right into a cohesive and compelling film.
The sequel makes an attempt to transplant the plot of the unique film right into a sci-fi setting, with Ted and Elaine on board an area shuttle headed towards the Moon. The artistic workforce of Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker did not return for the sequel, and the consequence lacks their inimitable fashion. The venture was handed to Ken Finkleman as an alternative, who wrote one other critically panned sequel, Grease 2.
7 Coming 2 America (2021)
Sequel to Coming to America (1988)
- Director
- Craig Brewer
- Launch Date
- March 5, 2021
- Forged
- Teyana Taylor , Louie Anderson , James Earl Jones , Nomzamo Mbatha , Leslie Jones , John Amos , Tracy Morgan , Rotimi , Kiki Layne , Shari Headley , Eddie Murphy , Bella Murphy , Wesley Snipes , Jermaine Fowler , Arsenio Corridor
The sequel lacks numerous the tradition shock humor of the unique. Whereas there are nonetheless just a few stable gags, the preliminary pleasure of watching the person from Zamunda attempt to navigate New York Metropolis is misplaced.
Legacy sequels are notoriously hit-and-miss, and they’re even much less probably to reach the comedy style. Coming to America is one in every of Eddie Murphy’s greatest motion pictures. It permits him to play a number of characters, and Prince Akeem Joffer, the Crown Prince of Zamunda, is one in every of his most enduring creations. The sequel, Coming 2 America, lets Murphy reprise his position(s), but it surely’s a lot shorter on laughs.
The sequel lacks numerous the tradition shock humor of the unique. Whereas there are nonetheless just a few stable gags, the preliminary pleasure of watching the person from Zamunda attempt to navigate New York Metropolis is misplaced. The mediocre reception of Coming 2 America is a foul omen for Eddie Murphy’s upcoming Beverly Hills Cop sequel, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. Two sequels have to date did not recapture the magic of the primary Beverly Hills Cop.
6 Ghostbusters II (1989)
Sequel to Ghostbusters (1984)
There’s lots to love about Ghostbusters II, from the charming sensible results to the villain, Vigo the Carpathian, however total, the sequel is merely a shadow of the unique.
The Ghostbusters franchise has had loads of ups and downs. The advances in visible results have allowed the current sequels to focus extra on blockbuster spectacle, however they’re nonetheless comedy motion pictures at coronary heart. Regardless of some similarities, and appearances by the unique forged, the current Ghostbusters motion pictures are a far cry from the 1984 unique. As the primary sequel proves, repeating the identical trick of the unique is not any simple job.
There’s lots to love about Ghostbusters II, from the charming sensible results to the villain, Vigo the Carpathian, however total, the sequel is merely a shadow of the unique. Invoice Murray’s criticism of Ghostbusters II has been broadly publicized. Dr. Peter Venkman is vital to so most of the greatest jokes in Ghostbusters, so a sequel with out Murray totally on board was all the time going to come back throughout poorly.
5 Evan Almighty (2007)
Sequel to Bruce Almighty (2003)
- Director
- Tom Shadyac
- Launch Date
- June 9, 2007
Bruce Almighty stars Jim Carrey as Bruce, a reporter who is obtainable the possibility to take over God’s duties for per week. Morgan Freeman is completely forged as God. He has the required gravitas and composure for the half, however he additionally strikes up a pleasant chemistry with Carrey, and this helps to humanize his character. He returns for the spinoff sequel, Evan Almighty, however Carrey doesn’t.
Evan Almighty as an alternative focuses on Evan Baxter, a minor character from Bruce Almighty who should re-enact the biblical story of Noah’s ark. The story of Noah is a a lot much less compelling hook than the story of a person who’s bestowed with the powers and duties of God. Bruce Almighty works simply as nicely for individuals who don’t have any actual curiosity in faith, however Evan Almighty is far much less common, and the comedy suffers because of this.
4 Son Of The Masks (2005)
Sequel to The Masks (1994)
- Director
- Lawrence Guterman
- Launch Date
- February 18, 2005
- Forged
- Jamie Kennedy , Alan Cumming , Liam Falconer , Ryan Falconer , Traylor Howard , Steven Wright
Son of the Masks options Jamie Kennedy within the main position as an alternative. It is no slight in opposition to him to say that he can’t replicate the zany attraction of Jim Carrey’s efficiency within the unique.
Like Bruce Almighty, The Masks stars Jim Carrey. One other similarity that the 2 motion pictures share is that they each have sequels which unsuccessfully tried to exchange Carrey because the star. Son of the Masks options Jamie Kennedy within the main position as an alternative. It is no slight in opposition to him to say that he can’t replicate the zany attraction of Carrey’s efficiency within the unique, however there are a lot of different issues with Son of the Masks.
The Masks is an ideal playground for Jim Carrey as a comedic actor. It indulges his love of impressions, popular culture references, and large, loud humor. Not all actors can pull this off with out merely coming throughout as obnoxious. Son of the Masks could have simply as many reality-bending particular results as its predecessor, but it surely lacks the intriguing plot and the comedic chops to make any of it worthwhile.
3 Legally Blonde 2: Crimson, White & Blonde (2003)
Sequel to Legally Blonde (2001)
- Director
- Charles Herman-Wurmfeld
- Launch Date
- July 2, 2003
After over 20 years with none information, a Legally Blonde TV present is in growth, in addition to Legally Blonde 3. It is a lot of sudden motion for a franchise which has stayed dormant for thus lengthy.
Legally Blonde is an excellent feel-good film. It wears the usually derided tag of “chick flick” with satisfaction, delivering a message of feminine empowerment with a lovable character who refuses to evolve to different individuals’s expectations of her. The sequel tries to maintain the great emotions flowing, however Elle Woods’ campaign in opposition to animal testing is a much less convincing arc than her journey by way of legislation faculty.
After over 20 years with none information, a Legally Blonde TV present is in growth, in addition to Legally Blonde 3. It is a lot of sudden motion for a franchise which has stayed dormant for thus lengthy. Reese Witherspoon could have lastly discovered the best path for Elle Woods, after Legally Blonde 2: Crimson, White and Blonde set her off within the incorrect one. The upcoming initiatives should discover a compelling narrative earlier than worrying in regards to the jokes.
2 Dumb & Dumber To (2014)
Sequel to Dumb and Dumber (1994)
- Director
- Bobby Farrelly , Peter Farrelly
- Launch Date
- November 12, 2014
- Forged
- Jim Carrey , Jeff Daniels , Rob Riggle , Laurie Holden , Rachel Melvin , Steve Tom
Whereas Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are a pleasure to observe in full movement, Dumb and Dumber To does not assemble a story that offers them sufficient license to have enjoyable.
Dumb and Dumber already had a sequel of kinds lengthy earlier than Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels returned to the franchise. 2003’s prequel, Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd, is a wierd imitation of the unique, with two performances that seem like impressions of Carrey and Daniels. Dumb and Dumber To is an enchancment, but it surely’s nonetheless a serious disappointment in comparison with Dumb and Dumber.
Whereas Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels are a pleasure to observe in full movement, Dumb and Dumber To does not assemble a story that offers them sufficient license to have enjoyable. The unique focuses on a screwball plot involving a briefcase full of money and a cross-country chase. Dumb and Dumber To tries to squeeze one too many jokes out of the central premise that each of the principle characters are irredeemably silly, however this will get drained pretty rapidly.
1 Residence Alone 3 (1997)
Sequel to Residence Alone 2: Misplaced in New York (1992)
There’s a stark distinction between the standard of Residence Alone 2: Misplaced in New York and this standalone sequel that includes a wholly new forged.
The standard of the Residence Alone franchise dropped off a cliff after the primary two motion pictures. With out Macaulay Culkin or director Chris Columbus, not one of the sequels to date have managed to realize any traction. Residence Alone 3 is not the worst of those sequels, however there’s a stark distinction between the standard of Residence Alone 2: Misplaced in New York and this standalone sequel that includes a wholly new forged.
Residence Alone 3 nonetheless options loads of booby traps, but it surely forgets what makes the primary two motion pictures so particular. Kevin has to endure just a few days by himself in every film, and he rushes previous the preliminary pleasure till duty and unhappiness in the end set in. Residence Alone 3 solely leaves Alex, Kevin’s alternative, alone for a single day. The emotional arc of the story is totally gutted, and every booby lure quantities to little greater than hole slapstick. Neither Joe Pesci or Daniel Stern are there to promote the gags, as they accomplish that nicely within the first two motion pictures.