While The Marvels isn’t one of them, the MCU has produced many great sequels over the years. DT ranks the 10 best Marvel sequels ever.
Some say the sequels aren’t as good as the original, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe has successfully produced many noteworthy sequels over the years.
Some of these follow-ups have even been labeled far superior to their predecessors due to how they expanded upon their characters, their conflicts, and overall story themes. Since the MCU shows no signs of slowing down, and with The Marvels shaping up to be a financial disaster, the studio should take note of what made these sequels the best in the franchise.Honorable Mention: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
In this film, Doctor Strange must travel through the Multiverse and face the all-powerful Scarlet Witch to protect America Chavez from her wrath. This sequel probably could have taken some more steps in exploring its cosmic concept.
But with acclaimed director Sam Raimi at the helm, Multiverse of Madness blends classic horror with mind-bending visuals to capture the frightening magic of this inter-dimensional adventure. It also established the Scarlet Witch as one of the MCU’s greatest villains with her relatable but misguided quest to reunite with her children.10. Spider-Man: Far From Home
Following the Avengers’ victory over Thanos in Endgame, Peter Parker takes a break from crimefighting and travels to Europe with his high school friends. But as everyone knows, superheroes don’t get a day off so easily. Spidey finds himself the target of the villain Mysterio, who stages Avengers-level crises with his army of monstrous illusions.
Like Spider-Man 2, Far From Home poignantly shows Peter’s dual lives clash as he struggles to enjoy high school and live up to everyone’s expectations in a dizzying adventure across Europe. Through its villain, the film also addresses relevant issues regarding the rise of fake news and misinformation while satirizing the making of Marvel movies themselves.9. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Set just months after the first film, the Guardians’ second adventure shows them facing off against Star-Lord’s Celestial father, Ego the Living Planet, along with the Sovereign and the Ravagers.
Some people may think this sequel doesn’t rank as highly as its outstanding predecessor, but it is still one of the better additions to the MCU. While Vol. 2 is even wackier than the first film, it hits just the right amount of humor and sincerity as it shows the Guardians overcome their personal demons and grow closer to each other as a family.
