In the discussion (10)
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- The hosts introduce a list of the ten best sequels, with an explicit caveat that it may not be complete.
- The opening selections are The Godfather Part II, Terminator 2, The Dark Knight, Aliens, The Empire Strikes Back, and John Wick: Chapter 2.
- The John Wick exchange includes an objection followed by a correction distinguishing the second film from the third.
- Lethal Weapon 2 and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers follow; the mistaken “Twin Towers” wording is corrected.
- Before Sunset is included. The tenth spot is left between The Bad News Bears in Breaking Training and Taboo II.
- A participant proposes judging immediate follow-ups to the original and adds From Russia with Love.
- Bride of Frankenstein and Toy Story 2 are proposed as additional great sequels.
- Rocky II is praised for its final stretch but qualified by the slower earlier portion.
- The Dark Knight and Batman Returns are cited as strong immediate follow-ups; Friday the 13th Part 2 is also raised and favored over the original.
- The Godfather Part II is the answer to the follow-up question about a favorite sequel.