20 Movie Sequels We Forgot Are on the Way
There's nothing more we love than binge-watching some pretty great television shows. The "binge" culture has taken over, and audiences have become less and less patient when it comes to watching their favorite shows and movies. While we take joy in being able to watch an entire series in one sitting, we can't do that when it comes to movies. Sure, we can watch a film in its entirety in one sitting, but what if we want more? That's where a sequel comes in. Sometimes, we fall in love with a movie so much that we wait with anticipation for the sequel, only to be left hanging for years and years.
Sadly, there are times when we don't even get one, but sometimes, we do -- and it's really such a great feeling knowing that our favorite characters will be back on the big screen! In fact, between now and the end of 2020, we can expect several sequels to some of our fave films -- some we've waited over 30 years to see!
(That just goes to show the true power of a great film!)
We can't wait to see what Maverick and Ice Man are up to now, or how the Men In Black franchise will continue without Will Smith -- or what mind-blowing situation Rambo will have to get himself out of now! While some sequels will likely disappoint, the sheer thrill of waiting is sometimes good enough! (Hey, don't judge us!) From the classics to superhero flicks, and even a cheesy horror movie, here are 20 movie sequels we forgot were on the way.
'Coming to America 2'
In 2020, fans of the '80s classic will get a chance to rejoice in its long-awaited sequel. According to Deadline, Coming to America 2 will center around Eddie Murphy's character Akeem, who "learns about a long-lost son, and must return to America to meet the unlikely heir to the throne of Zamunda." And it looks like James Earl Jones and Arsenio Hall will be reprising their roles as well.
'The Rocketeer'
This sequel has been in the works for quite some time, and while it's technically still in development, The Hollywood Reporter reveals The Rocketeer sequel "is considered a sequel-reboot and, in a modern-day twist, will be headlined by a black female character."
Interesting!
We can't wait to see it!
'47 Meters Down: The Next Chapter'
The 47 Meters Down sequel promises just as much shark-filled scares as the first. The first film starred Mandy Moore and Claire Holt as sisters who go shark diving with strangers, only to have the chain of the cage break and be dropped ... 47 meters down. The sequel will take place in Brazil, and follow a group of young women who discover underwater ruins ... and of course, sharks!
'Bill & Ted Face the Music'
There's about to be something strange afoot at the Circle K ... again! We are totally pumped for this third installment of Bill & Ted, aptly titled Bill & Ted Face the Music. Twenty-seven years after the last film, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter will time travel back into our hearts!
'Top Gun: Maverick'
Tom Cruise is back as Maverick -- and so is Val Kilmer as Ice Man -- in this long-awaited sequel to the quintessential '80s classic. "[The] aviators are back, [and] the need for speed," the action star revealed to Access Hollywood about the film. "We're going to have big, fast machines. It's going to be a competition film, like the first one, but a progression for Maverick."
'Doctor Sleep'
This film serves as a sequel to The Shining and will star Ewan McGregor as an adult Danny Torrance, son to Jack Nicholson's character, Jack Torrance. Danny is an alcoholic and tries to reconcile the trauma of his past all while reawakening his powers.
We got chills just thinking about this!!!
'The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard'
Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson are reprising their roles in this 2017 action-comedy -- along with Salma Hayek. Morgan Freeman and Antonio Banderas will also be joining the cast that will likely make The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard super entertaining.
'Chicken Run 2'
After 18 years, fans of the highest-grossing stop-motion animation film ever will get a chance to revisit Rocky, Ginger, and the rest of the chickens. No word yet if the original cast will return to voice the characters.
'Space Jam 2'
LeBron James has always been a fan of Michael Jordan. He wears 23 on his jersey as an homage to him, and now, he really gets to prove his love in the Space Jam sequel. While the cast of NBA players has not yet been finalized, one thing is for sure: We'll definitely be seeing Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the rest of our favorite Looney Tunes!
'The Passion of the Christ: The Resurrection'
Jim Caviezel is reprising his role as Jesus Christ in the sequel to the 2004 film, The Passion of the Christ. "There are things that I cannot say that will shock the audience," he explained to USA Today. "It's great. Stay tuned." The film will pick up after the crucifixion, with Caviezel adding it's "going to be the biggest film in history."
We'll see.
'Death on the Nile'
Kenneth Branagh is returning to direct and star as detective Hercule Poirot in the sequel to the 2017 film that starred Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp, and a slew of other big-name actors. The Murder on the Orient Express sequel, due out next year, will also star Gal Gadot and Armie Hammer.
'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil'
Angelina Jolie and her cheekbones are back as the evil Disney queen! This time, she'll face off against Michelle Pfeiffer who plays Queen Ingrith. Elle Fanning will be back as Princess Aurora, and the relationship between her and Maleficent will continue to be explored.
'Angel Has Fallen'
This film is the follow-up to the films Olympus Has Fallen and London Has Fallen that starred Gerard Butler and Morgan Freeman. This time around, Butler's character is on the run after being accused of orchestrating an assassination attempt on the president.
'Avatar'
We should really amend this to say, "Avatar 2, 3, 4 and 5," as director James Cameron is currently shooting four sequels to the mega hit! The original cast will be joined by Kate Winslet, and fans can look forward to even crazier special effects and more graphics.
'Zombieland: Double Tap'
The original cast -- including Emma Stone, Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, and Abigail Breslin -- are all back for Zombieland: Double Tap! According to The Hollywood Reporter, "The new movie will once again put the focus on comic mayhem, taking the quartet from the White House to the American heartland as they face off against new kinds of zombies that have evolved since the first Zombieland, as well as some new human survivors."
Cool!
'Suicide Squad'
Fans will have to wait until 2021 for this sequel, and while details are still being hashed out, it looks like we will be getting a whole new cast of characters -- and an entirely new plot! Needless to say, Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn will be sorely missed!
'Rambo: Last Blood'
In a few months, fans of the Rambo franchise will be lining up to see the latest (and final) installment. In Rambo: Last Blood, Sylvester Stallone's character is living a quiet life as a rancher until a friend's daughter gets kidnapped by the Mexican cartel. Then he goes full-blown, well, Rambo on them!
'A Quiet Place'
This runaway hit will be getting the sequel treatment in 2020. Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe will all be back in their original roles for the Quiet Place sequel -- with Cillian Murphy joining the ensemble. We can't wait to see what John Krasinski has up his sleeve this time around!
'Wonder Woman 1984'
Gal Gadot will be back playing Wonder Woman, but the movie will take place in a different time -- 1984 to be exact! Director Patty Jenkins spoke to Deadline about the choice to set the sequel in the '80s. "All I can say is that 1984 itself is definitely very evocative to what's important in that movie and resonates with right now," she revealed. "I picked 1984 for a very specific reason. I think it was the pinnacle of the success in the '80s, in my opinion, because it's before the market started to get a little more struggling as the '80s went on. And it was like the top of the top. It was such an incredible time."