When it comes to generating strong numbers at the box office, sequels are the name of the game. However, a franchise cannot simply be constructed from a singular idea. Rather, additional installments work best when they take their original stories into refreshing new directions while adhering to the established premise. These changes could occur with any number of elements, whether they relate to the tone, plot, or narrative.
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However, Hollywood has demonstrated that darkness is one of the most popular routes to take. The Harry Potter franchise, now getting a Harry Potter TV show, is one of the best examples of this idea. Throughout the series, the films get progressively darker in their tone, story, and visuals. Although it might not be for everyone, incorporating an edgy direction can be beneficial, and sometimes crucial for sequels. There are many movie sequels with massive budgets coming in 2025 which will likely follow the same trend.
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Avatar: The Way Of Water (2022)
First Movie: Avatar (2009)
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Avatar: The Way of Water
PG-13
ActionAdventureFantasySci-Fi
Ten years after the events of Avatar (2009), Avatar: The Way of Water follows Jake Sully (Sam Worthington, Neytiri (Zoe Saldana), and their new family as they brave the world of Pandora and the struggles they endure to protect themselves and their people. Director James Cameron used The Way of Water to explore the oceans of Pandora and set the stage for the subsequent three sequels. In addition to Worthington and Saldana, Avatar: The Way of the Water sees the return of Sigourney Weaver, this time playing a character named Kiri, and Stephen Lang’s villainous Quaritch.
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December 16, 2022
Runtime
190 Minutes
Cast
Sam Worthington
, Zoe Saldana
, Sigourney Weaver
, Stephen Lang
, Kate Winslet
, Vin Diesel
, Michelle Yeoh
, Cliff Curtis
, David Thewlis
Director
James Cameron
Franchise(s)
Avatar
Writers
James Cameron
, Josh Friedman
, Rick Jaffa
, Shane Salerno
, Amanda Silver
Prequel(s)
Avatar
Sequel(s)
Avatar: Fire and Ash
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When James Cameron released Avatar in 2009, it represented a monumental step in cinematic innovation. The unique special effects and stereoscopic 3D motion capture were groundbreaking, and unsurprisingly, it’s the most successful movie ever made. In 2022, the highly anticipated sequel Avatar: The Way of Water finally hit screens but took things in a new direction.
The premise of the original is undoubtedly dark, as the humans are willing to destroy the entire Na’vi civilization in pursuit of resources. However, the sequel sheds more light on the evil human practices and demonstrates further maltreatment of the Na’vi population. The film reveals the Tulkun hunting operation, where humans kill sacred whales to extract their Amrita. Worse yet, Colonel Miles Quaritch and his soldiers show zero remorse, burning down villages and killing locals just to find Jake Sully. The franchise will continue in 2025 with Avatar: Fire and Ash.
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Batman Returns (1992)
First Movie: Batman (1989)
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Batman Returns
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ActionCrimeFantasySuperhero
Batman Returns sees the return of Michael Keaton’s Bruce Wayne after his victory over the Joker. This time, the Dark Knight faces a new threat in the form of The Penguin, an outcast who wants revenge on Gotham City. Featuring Danny DeVito as Oswald Cobblepot, Michelle Pfeiffer as Selina Kyle a.k.a. Catwoman, and Christopher Walken as Max Schreck, Batman Returns is Tim Burton’s second and final movie based on the iconic DC comics character.
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June 19, 1992
Runtime
126minutes
Cast
Michael Keaton
, Danny DeVito
, Michelle Pfeiffer
, Christopher Walken
, Michael Gough
, Michael Murphy
Director
Tim Burton
Writers
Bob Kane
, Daniel Waters
, Sam Hamm
Prequel(s)
The Batman
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Regardless of any personal preferences concerning which of the Batman movies is superior, Tim Burton’s take on the caped crusader is undoubtedly iconic. The first film, Batman, was a smash hit upon its 1989 release, both commercially and critically. Three years later, Burton followed up with Batman Returns. Even within the first few minutes of the runtime, it’s clear that the sequel has a different tone.
When it comes to Burton’s directorial style, bleak and spooky undertones are virtually guaranteed. But with Batman Returns, Burton ramped up the potency of his tropes, incorporating more violence and distortion. The villains are completely out of their minds, and it compliments the nightmarish atmosphere. Even though these changes added to the level of absurdity, they effectively created a strange noir vibe that only served to benefit the overall quality.
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Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
First Movie: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)
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Captain America: The Winter Soldier
PG-13
AdventureActionSci-FiSuperhero
Captain America: The Winter Soldier, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, follows Steve Rogers as he adapts to contemporary life while confronting a new adversary, the mysterious Winter Soldier, amidst internal threats to S.H.I.E.L.D. The film explores themes of trust and loyalty as Rogers teams up with allies to uncover hidden conspiracies.
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April 4, 2014
Runtime
136 Minutes
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Chris Evans
, Samuel L. Jackson
, Scarlett Johansson
, Robert Redford
, Sebastian Stan
, Anthony Mackie
, Cobie Smulders
, Frank Grillo
, Maximiliano Hernández
, Emily VanCamp
, Hayley Atwell
, Toby Jones
, Stan Lee
, Callan Mulvey
, Jenny Agutter
, Bernard White
, Alan Dale
, Chin Han
, Garry Shandling
, Georges St-Pierre
, Salvator Xuereb
, Brian Duffy
, Zack Duhame
, Adetokumboh M’Cormack
, Christopher George Sarris
, Aaron Himelstein
, Allan Chanes
, Joe Russo
, Christopher Markus
, Stephen McFeely
, Pat Healy
, Ed Brubaker
, D.C. Pierson
, Danny Pudi
, Bernie Zilinskas
, Branka Katić
, Angela Russo-Otstot
, Jon Sklaroff
, Chad Todhunter
, Abigail Marlowe
, Jeremy Maxwell
, Emerson Brooks
, Evan Parke
, Ricardo Chacon
Director
Joe Russo
, Anthony Russo
Writers
Christopher Markus
, Stephen McFeely
Prequel(s)
Captain America: The First Avenger
Sequel(s)
Captain America: Civil War
, Captain America: Brave New World
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The MCU is no stranger to the practice of going down a dark route with sequels. Their movies have demonstrated this pattern time and again across different franchises. After all, in Avengers: Infinity War, the heroes lose the final battle and literally half of all life is eradicated. However, Captain America: The Winter Soldier represents a great early example of the MCU taking a dark direction, the overall palette even being darker than its predecessor.
While the original film is a hopeful tale about a small-statured man turned superhero, the sequel explores the tragic journey of Bucky Barnes, otherwise known as The Winter Soldier. With the events of Bucky’s past, it gives the movie a much gloomier vibe compared to its predecessor. Captain America is also now in an unfamiliar environment, and amidst the chaos of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s collapse, it isn’t clear which side he should be fighting for.
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Logan (2017)
First Movie: X-Men (2000)
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Logan
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Action Sci-FiSuperhero
Logan sees the titular hero, AKA Wolverine, in his twilight years as his healing factor has begun to fail him, and he has begun to age more rapidly. Set several years in the future, Logan finds himself caring for an ailing Professor Xavier, whose mind has begun to succumb to dementia, making him an incredibly dangerous mutant that can cause widespread destruction accidentally. But when the preoccupied Logan is asked to meet with a woman that requests he transports a young girl to a mutant haven known as Eden, he learns that she may have his DNA and that the fate of mutant-kind may rest in her hands.
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March 3, 2017
Runtime
137 Minutes
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Hugh Jackman
, Patrick Stewart
, Dafne Keen
, Elizabeth Rodriguez
, Daniel Bernhardt
, Richard E. Grant
, Doris Morgado
, Boyd Holbrook
Director
James Mangold
Franchise(s)
X-Men
Writers
Michael Green
, Scott Frank
, James Mangold
Prequel(s)
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
, The Wolverine
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In 2017, director James Mangold pulled off a seemingly impossible feat. He created a standalone film in a franchise that’s nearly 20 years old, and it arguably turned out to be the best installment. Better yet, he used a completely different formula to do it. Logan was special for numerous reasons, but perhaps most importantly, it demonstrates a perfect utilization of dark tones.
With the title character, one might initially expect a traditional superhero movie, but Logan couldn’t be farther from it. It shows the once powerful X-men as battered, emotionally weary versions of their old selves. Set in a bleak future where mutants are nearly extinct, there doesn’t seem to be anything worth fighting for. Nobody else could play Wolverine but Hugh Jackman, and instead of erroneously attempting to de-age him, his seasoned look goes hand in hand with his dire circumstances.
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The Dark Knight (2008)
First Movie: Batman Begins (2005)
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The Dark Knight
PG-13
ActionThrillerDramaCrimeSuperhero
Christian Bale once again embodies the man behind the mask in The Dark Knight, reuniting Bale with Batman Begins director Christopher Nolan. With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman has been making headway against local crime—until a rising criminal mastermind known as The Joker unleashes a fresh reign of chaos across Gotham City. To stop this devious new menace—Batman’s most personal and vicious enemy yet—he will have to use every high-tech weapon in his arsenal and confront his beliefs if he hopes to stand a chance against the Clown Prince of Crime.
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July 18, 2008
Runtime
152 Minutes
Cast
Christian Bale
, Heath Ledger
, Michael Caine
, Morgan Freeman
, Nestor Carbonell
, Ritchie Coster
, Cillian Murphy
, Chin Han
, Gary Oldman
, Eric Roberts
, William Fichtner
, Aaron Eckhart
, Maggie Gyllenhaal
, David Dastmalchian
, Anthony Michael Hall
Director
Christopher Nolan
Franchise(s)
Batman
Writers
Christopher Nolan
, Jonathan Nolan
, David S. Goyer
Prequel(s)
Batman Begins
Sequel(s)
The Dark Knight Rises
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Christopher Nolan’s legendary Dark Knight trilogy needs no introduction. The franchise started strong in 2005 with Batman Begins, which offered a thoughtful origin story and the enthralling action that’s typically found in superhero films. However, Nolan still altered the atmosphere in the sequel and effectively created a cinematic masterpiece out of The Dark Knight.
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The Dark Knight is widely considered to be the greatest superhero movie ever made, and for good reason. The film takes what is allegedly an idyllic crime-fighting hero’s journey and creates a gritty, sinister, and captivating thriller that never wavers in quality. The unsettling tone is largely a product of Heath Ledger’s masterful performance as The Joker, who embodied the role to its longest length. These gloomy elements don’t feel out of place for an instant, and they elevate the plot from great to exceptional.
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Aliens (1986)
First Movie: Alien (1979)
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Aliens
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AdventureHorrorSci-FiAction
Aliens is a 1986 Sci-Fi classic by writer and director James Cameron. Starring Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley, it’s widely considered one of the best Sci-Fi Horror films ever made. Ripley must band together with a group of Colonial Marines to investigate a disaster at a terraforming colony.
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July 18, 1986
Runtime
137 minutes
Cast
Sigourney Weaver
, Michael Biehn
, Carrie Henn
, Paul Reiser
, Lance Henriksen
, Bill Paxton
, William Hope
, Jenette Goldstein
Director
James Cameron
Franchise(s)
Alien
Writers
James Cameron
Prequel(s)
Prometheus
, Alien: Covenant
, Aliens
Sequel(s)
Alien Resurrection
, Alien 3
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In 1979, Ridley Scott created an explosion within the cinematic sci-fi genre via his critically acclaimed space horror Alien. It was one of the first works of its kind, blending horror and sci-fi in a manner that had never been seen before. The film is unquestionably dark, but interestingly enough, the sequel is even darker. Although some might prefer the original to Aliens, its quality is undeniable.
The difference in relative tone between the two movies revolves around the Xenomorphs. In Alien, the creature is an elusive, looming presence that takes down victims sequentially. In Aliens, the Xenomorph threat is much more realized and violent, which contributes to the hopeless atmosphere. Even though the sequel exchanges horror for action to a large degree, it surprisingly bolsters the dreadful nature. The dread-filled story of the Xenomorphs was also recently continued with Fede Álvarez’s 2024 Alien: Romulus.
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Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom (1984)
First Movie: Raiders Of The Lost Ark (1981)
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
pg-13
ActionAdventure
The second installment in Steven Speilberg’s classic film franchise, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom features the titular hero on an adventure in India, attempting to save the children of a remote village from a violent cult of the goddess Kali. Harrison Ford reprises his role as Indiana Jones, with a supporting cast that includes Kate Capshaw, Ke Huy Quan, Amrish Puri, and Philip Stone.
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May 8, 1984
Runtime
118 Minutes
Cast
Harrison Ford
, Kate Capshaw
, Ke Huy Quan
, Amrish Puri
, Roshan Seth
, Philip Stone
, Roy Chiao
Director
Steven Spielberg
Franchise(s)
Indiana Jones
Writers
Willard Huyck
, Gloria Katz
Prequel(s)
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Sequel(s)
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
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Steven Spielberg’s Indiana Jones franchise has dazzled audiences for decades. Since the 1981 release of Raiders of the Lost Ark, the series has grown into a worldwide sensation, inspiring legacy sequels, theme park rides, and video games. Although the films go through a rollercoaster of events, there is a stark difference in mood between the first and second installments.
While the original has an adventurous, lighthearted tone, The Temple of Doom is daunting, and at times, bone-chilling. From the get-go, the circumstances are utterly bleak. The village whose sacred artifact was stolen is physically affected by its absence, which gives off the effect that the entire land is cursed. From there, Harrison Ford’s Indiana Jones and his companions enter an unfamiliar place and are met with pure terror. Whether it be beating hearts pulled from chests or possession, the sequel clearly took on a new vibe.
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The Godfather Part II (1974)
First Movie: The Godfather (1972)
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The Godfather Part II
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CrimeDrama
Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather II continues Michael Corleone’s story as he expands the Corleones’ presence as a crime syndicate. The film is also half devoted to the backstory of Vito Corleone, following his rise to power in 1920s New York City. While The Godfather is considered one of the greatest movies ever made, The Godfather Part II was able to live up to the original and secure six Oscars at the 1975 Academy Awards.
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December 20, 1974
Runtime
202minutes
Cast
Al Pacino
, Robert De Niro
, James Caan
, Diane Keaton
Director
Francis Ford Coppola
Franchise(s)
The Godfather
Writers
Francis Ford Coppola
, Robert De Niro
, Al Pacino
Prequel(s)
The Godfather
Sequel(s)
The Godfather Part III
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Often referenced as the greatest film ever created, Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather has stood the test of time as a marvel in cinematic history. It currently holds the number two spot on IMDb’s Top 250 movies list, and understandably so. It’s a formidable task to create a sequel that maintains the original’s quality, but The Godfather Part II didn’t disappoint (at number four on IMDb).
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The descent toward darker content in the sequel runs parallel to the nature of the story. While the first movie focuses on Al Pacion’s Michael Corleone’s rise and the glossier exterior of organized crime, part two delves into the underbelly of the lifestyle. It explores the moral decay that certain choices can cause, and Corleone’s transformation exemplifies these changes. His actions are ruthless, and he ultimately becomes the worst version of himself. In the case of The Godfather Part II, the dark direction worked perfectly.
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Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban (2004)
First Movie: Harry Potter And The Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
pg-13
AdventureFamilyFantasyMystery
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) is the third film in the Harry Potter film series. Based on the 1999 novel of the same name by J.K. Rowling, the film was directed by Alfonso Cuarón, with a screenplay by Steve Kloves. The movie stars Daniel Radcliffe in the title role, alongside Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, who play his best friends, Ron and Hermione. The film follows Harry’s third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and his attempt to solve the mystery of his connection to Sirius Black, played by Gary Oldman, who recently escaped from Azkaban prison.
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May 31, 2004
Runtime
144 Minutes
Cast
Gary Oldman
, David Thewlis
, Daniel Radcliffe
, Emma Watson
, Rupert Grint
, Robbie Coltrane
, Timothy Spall
, Maggie Smith
, Michael Gambon
, Richard Griffiths
, Fiona Shaw
, Alan Rickman
Director
Alfonso Cuarón
Writers
J.K. Rowling
, Steve Kloves
Prequel(s)
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Sequel(s)
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1
, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
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The Harry Potter movies perfectly exemplify the practice of sequels gradually moving towards a darker landscape. However, unlike other franchises, the Wizarding World seems to grow exponentially darker until its final moments. Although the films feature plenty of cheerfulness, there isn’t a single installment where Hogwarts is devoid of any threats. With that being said, the largest change in tone occurs in the third film, Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban.
Everything about this sequel is macabre, from the ghastly dementors to Lupin’s werewolf form. For the first time, Harry enters Hogwarts when danger is already established, and it presents a threat to every student. Sirius Black’s apparent escape creates an unsettling hysteria, especially without knowing his true intentions. The thought of him lurking around the castle at night is completely terrifying. The film’s nature is a product of its source material’s plot, but the cinematic execution is flawless.
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Star Wars; The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
First Movie: A New Hope (1977)
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Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
PG
AdventureActionScience Fiction
The Empire Strikes Back is the second installment in the original Star Wars trilogy, directed by Irvin Kershner. Released in 1980, it follows Luke Skywalker as he trains under Jedi Master Yoda, while Princess Leia, Han Solo, and the Rebel Alliance face ongoing threats from the Galactic Empire and Darth Vader.
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May 20, 1980
Runtime
124 minutes
Cast
Harrison Ford
, Mark Hamill
, Carrie Fisher
, Billy Dee Williams
, Anthony Daniels
, David Prowse
, Peter Mayhew
, Kenny Baker
, Frank Oz
, Alec Guinness
, Jeremy Bulloch
, Jason Wingreen
, John Hollis
, Jack Purvis
, Des Webb
, Kathryn Mullen
, Marjorie Eaton
, Clive Revill
, Kenneth Colley
, Julian Glover
, Michael Sheard
, Michael Culver
, John Dicks
, Milton Johns
, Mark Jones
Director
Irvin Kershner
Franchise(s)
Star Wars
Writers
Lawrence Kasdan
Prequel(s)
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
, Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones
, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
, Solo: A Star Wars Story
, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Sequel(s)
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
, Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens
, Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
, Star Wars: Episode IX- The Rise of Skywalker
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In 1977, George Lucas created what would be one of the largest cinematic universes in existence when he released Star Wars (later given the title A New Hope). The film was obviously a massive success at the box office, yet the follow-up smashed expectations and is arguably the crown jewel of the Star Wars movies. However, the second installment is noticeably different from its predecessor. To its core, The Empire Strikes Back feels much darker than A New Hope, and it makes sense in consideration of the plot.
Beyond qualities of atmosphere or setting, the things that are happening to the characters are simply worse than in the previous movie. There isn’t much success for the heroes of the story, and their obstacles only grow larger. Han Solo is betrayed by Lando, Luke gets his hand cut off, and to make matters worse, he learns that the galactic dictator responsible is his father. Yet no one will say making this sequel (and some others) darker was a bad idea when it remains among the greatest movies of all time.
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