7 superhero movies that deserved a sequel (but never got one)

Superhero movies have a large fan base and people enjoy watching such stories. We all have our favorites in this genre that we have thoroughly enjoyed. Most of them have created franchises with multiple sequels. But there have been films that did not get a follow-up for different reasons.

So here is a curated list of seven such superhero movies that deserved a sequel, but they never got one. This list will include some old titles like The Punisher and some recent ones as well, like Black Adam. So just sit back and enjoy reading as we come up with some interesting names.

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7 superhero movies that never got a sequel

The Punisher

The Punisher came at a time when superhero movies were not a thing. This Jonathan Hensleigh-directed film is about the namesake Marvel comic book series. It follows Frank Castle as he avenges the murder of his family at the hands of a mob boss.

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Chronicle

Chronicle is an underrated superhero flick that slipped under the radar. This found footage film is about two cousins who develop telekinetic powers. It is directed by Josh Trank and was released in 2012. The film ended on a definite note, but it deserved a sequel.

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Dredd

Dredd is adapted from 2000 AD's comic strip called Judge Dredd. It stars Karl Urban as the titular law enforcer tasked with taking out a drug lord. The film failed at the box office despite positive reviews. This is why the studio did not push for a sequel. But fans have been demanding a sequel since the film's release.

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Black Adam

Black Adam was a passion project for its lead actor, Dwayne Johnson. He starred and co-produced the film, which was in the making for a while. The film was enjoyable, but it failed to make an impact at the ticket window. Johnson later confirmed the DC boss James Gunn didn't have any sequel plans.

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Super

Super is possibly one of the most realistic superhero movies out there. This James Gunn-written and directed title is about a regular guy who tries to become a superhero. The film met with mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office. Since then, it has enjoyed a cult following.

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Big Hero 6

Big Hero 6 is an animated film by Disney about a young prodigy and a healthcare robot. It was loved by audiences and critics when it was released. So it is surprising that we never got to see a sequel. The audience would have loved to see more adventures of Baymax.

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Sky High

Sky High is a film that many people might not even remember. It came before Marvel and DC took over the superhero realm in Hollywood. The film is about a young guy who is enrolled in a superhero school for training. It had a unique concept, strong performances, and an entertaining story. But the film didn't get a sequel.

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