# Not All Horror Sequels Are Flops! These 11 Sequels Will Chill You to the Core

- **URL:** https://www.genesisbrand.com/not-all-horror-sequels-are-flops-these-11-sequels-will-chill-you-to-the-core/
- **Published:** 2020-10-12

Horror franchises dominate pop culture. Still, it's no secret that the films that follow original installations often suffer from sequel exhaustion. So, are any scary sequels — or, as is often the case, universe-expanding prequels — worth your time? Are there any that outshine the original? The answer is a resounding yes. With cases like Ouija and Annabelle, audiences have seen firsthand how critical reception pushed for better filmmaking, e.g. less cheesy jump scares and more deep-seated terror. Indeed, not all follow-up scary movies are terrible or merely cash cows. Keep on reading to find the best horror sequels out there for a healthy dose of spooks — including movies that are even better than the original.