Although the film industry is flooded with sequels lately, we still find ourselves drawn to them. Here are nine sequels to watch out for this year
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1. Avatar: Flames and Ember
James Cameron’s Avatar: Flames and Ember, the third film in his five-part series, will dive deeper into Pandora. With a returning cast including Zoe Saldaña, Sam Worthington, and Sigourney Weaver, the sequel continues the Na’vi journey. Release is set for December.
2. Captain America: A New Dawn
After Chris Evans’ exit, Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson becomes Captain America in his first solo film, joined by new Falcon, Joaquin Torres. With Tim Blake Nelson and Harrison Ford also returning, the film releases in February.
3. Mission: Impossible – The Ultimate Reckoning
The final part of the two-part saga following Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, this is the eighth movie in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Tom Cruise reprises his role as Ethan Hunt, taking on yet another impossible mission. Fans can expect a thrilling ride, with Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg, and Ving Rhames returning, and the movie set for release in May.
4. Jurassic World: Reawakening
After a lukewarm reception to the third Jurassic World film, the franchise gets a fresh makeover with a new cast and setting, five years after Jurassic World: Dominion. Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey take on prominent roles in this exciting continuation. The film will be released in July.
5. Wicked: The Final Act
The hit musical adaptation Wicked continues with Wicked: For Good, the second act of the Broadway story. With the return of the main cast, and rumors of a bigger role for Dorothy, the sequel is poised for success. Set for release in November, this film will pick up where the first one left off and continue the magical journey.
6. 28 Years After
Set 23 years after 28 Days Later, this third installment explores life in a post-apocalyptic world where survivors navigate life with the Rage Virus still looming. . With Danny Boyle and Alex Garland returning as director and writer, the film stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, and more. The movie releases in June.
7. Zootopia: The Next Adventure
The sequel to the beloved Zootopia sees detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde going undercover to crack a mysterious case. Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin return to voice the lead characters, with Ke Huy Quan and Fortune Feimster joining the cast. Shakira also reprises her role as Gazelle. The film is set to release in November.
8. M3GAN: The Next Chapter
Following the success of the first film, M3GAN returns for another round of thrills and chills. With the same creative team behind it, Allison Williams and Violet McGraw reprise their roles, with Gerard Johnstone returning as director. The movie releases in June.
9. Bridget Jones: Crazy in Love
After nine years, Bridget Jones is back for more chaotic adventures. Renée Zellweger returns as the beloved character, joined by Colin Firth, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, and others. The movie will hit theaters in February.