25 Best Reviewed Franchise Films Of The 21st Century (According To Metacritic)

13. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (82)

Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban
Warner Bros.

Beginning the franchise transition from rose-hued halcyon misadventures into something more matured, the third cinematic dive into JK Rowling's Wizarding World saw new blood behind the camera for the first time, blowing its predecessors out of the water to rave reviews.

Y Tu Mamá También helmer Alfonso Cuarón seemed a leftifield pick but the Mexican director proved an inspired choice, balancing narrative and emotional commitments with a deft style and depth - and Gary Oldman proved an inspired choice as titular escaped murderer Sirius Black.

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