Movie Sequels Nobody Asked For - Hollywood’s Bad Habit
Hollywood has a problem. A big, embarrassing, “we-need-an-intervention” level problem. It’s addicted to sequels nobody asked for. You know the type—movies that limp back onto the big screen like a poorly choreographed zombie, with all the charm of leftovers reheated one too many times. Spoiler alert: These cinematic disasters rarely justify their existence. But hey, at least they give me something to rant about. Strap in, folks—this list of unnecessary sequels proves Hollywood’s creativity is on life support.
The Sequel Circus: Why Hollywood Can’t Stop Itself
Let’s face it: sequels are the entertainment industry’s safety blanket. Studios love ‘em because they think nostalgia sells. And sometimes, it does. But for every Top Gun: Maverick (yes, THAT was good), there’s a Space Jam: A New Legacy—a sequel so cringeworthy it makes the original look like Shakespeare. What’s worse? These sequels often feel more like soulless cash grabs than actual attempts at storytelling. Because /assets/images/blog/2024-02-18-movie-sequels-nobody-asked-for—hollywoods-bad-ha-00.jpg’ve got brand recognition, right?
Sequels Nobody Asked For: The Hall of Shame
1. Dumb and Dumber To
Oh, the irony. The sequel to the 1994 comedy classic wasn’t just dumb; it was downright insulting. Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels returned, but instead of delivering laughs, they served us a reheated mess of juvenile jokes. It was like watching your favorite band reunite—only to realize they should’ve stayed retired.
Verdict: A comedy sequel so bad, it’ll make you lose IQ points just by watching.
2. Grease 2
Let me paint a picture: Grease was a cultural phenomenon. Grease 2, on the other hand, was like that kid in drama class who tries way too hard but ends up embarrassing everyone. Imagine swapping John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John for… uh, nobody memorable. Now add songs that sound like rejected karaoke tracks. The result? A sequel that’s about as cool as warm coleslaw.
Verdict: Greased lightning? More like greased dumpster fire.
3. Son of the Mask
If The Mask was a quirky masterpiece, Son of the Mask was its evil twin locked in the basement. This abomination starred Jamie Kennedy (who?) and somehow managed to make Jim Carrey’s absence feel like a gaping wound. The CGI was terrifying, the jokes were painful, and the story? Nonexistent.
Verdict: This one deserves a restraining order from good taste.
4. Jurassic World: Dominion
Look, I get it—dinosaurs are cool. But Jurassic World: Dominion took a franchise that was already limping and shoved it off a cliff. Colin Trevorrow somehow turned the prehistoric majesty of dinosaurs into a film about… locusts? Yes, locusts. Because when you’ve run out of ideas, you apparently just throw in bugs.
Verdict: Let these poor dinos rest already.
5. Independence Day: Resurgence
Do you remember when Independence Day made blowing up alien spaceships feel patriotic? Well, its sequel managed to make alien invasions feel… boring. Will Smith wisely noped out of this disaster, leaving us with Liam Hemsworth and a plot that feels like it was written by someone who fell asleep watching the original.
Verdict: This one should’ve stayed in Area 51.
Are Sequels All Bad? (Spoiler: No)
Okay, I’ll admit it—not all sequels are dumpster fires. Occasionally, Hollywood stumbles into greatness (The Dark Knight, anyone?). But here’s the thing: great sequels build on the original. They expand the story, deepen the characters, and actually have a reason to exist. The sequels on this list? They’re like party crashers who show up uninvited, ruin the vibe, and eat all the snacks.
The Affiliate Corner: Don’t Waste Your Time, Watch These Instead
Top Gun: Maverick
A sequel that actually delivers. Relive the adrenaline-pumping action of this modern masterpiece.
The Dark Knight Trilogy
Proof that sequels can be extraordinary. Own the trilogy that redefined superhero cinema.
Final Verdict: Hollywood, Do Better
Look, I love movies. I love them so much I willingly sit through garbage like Son of the Mask just so you don’t have to. But Hollywood needs to stop treating sequels like a get-rich-quick scheme. Give us original stories. Or at the very least, give us sequels that don’t make us want to claw our eyes out. Is that too much to ask? Apparently, yes. These sequels are only worth watching if you enjoy pain.
Author Bio
Rex Sarcasmo is your guide to hilariously bad cinema and brutally honest movie reviews. With a sharp tongue and an even sharper wit, Rex dissects films with the precision of a surgeon and the humor of a stand-up comedian. His mission? To save you from cinematic disasters while making you laugh at the absurdity of Hollywood’s finest failures.
