10 Sequels Better than the Original

Sequels are often seen to be cash grabs or uninspired for having to rely on an established film. Many movies which have sequels sometimes have the audience simply ignore the fact that the sequels even exist. Everyone has heard the phrase "only the first one was good". Today I am listing 10 movies which I believe to not only hold up to their predecessor(s), but surpass them to be the best in the series. These sequels are so good that even if you did not like the original you should give the sequel a chance. These films are so good, even if you never watched the original, you should just so you can watch the sequel.

1. Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior
2. Aliens
3. Terminator 2: Judgement Day
4. Silence of the Lambs (Most people aren't aware that this is a sequel to Manhunter!)
5. Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
6. The Rescuers Down Under
7. The Bourne Ultimatum
8.  The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
9. The Evil Dead 2
10. Spiderman 2

Funny thing about this list is that two directors had their work show up more than once,  James Cameron and Sam Raimi. Perhaps they have a knack for working with follow ups?