20 Movie Sequels That Are Totally Flawless

20. Paddington 2 (2017)

Somehow finding a way to surpass the wholesome excellence of its predecessor, Paddington 2's the kind of fun, family adventure that makes everything in life feel just that little bit more... bearable. It follows Paddington as he's accidentally arrested for theft and races to prove his innocence.

Starring the likes of Sally Hawkins, Ben Whishaw, Brendan Gleeson and an hilarious Hugh Grant, the fluffy sequel takes everything that made its inspiration great - from the light-hearted humour, familial themes, and fantasy tone - and dials it up to eleven for added hilarity and touching twists.

In an age where dull animated family sequels seem unavoidable, Paddington 2 is a welcome breath of fresh air, upping the stakes and scope of its predecessor without losing any of its charm or witty resonance. It's funny, sweet, and it might just be surpassed again with its upcoming threequel.