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The Best Action Movie Sequels Of All Time

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Updated April 26, 2025 84.1K views 70 items
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Latest additions: The Accountant 2, Captain America: Brave New World, Den of Thieves 2: Pantera
Most divisive: Transporter 2
Over 700 Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The Best Action Movie Sequels Of All Time
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More than 600 movie fans have come together to cast their votes for the best action movie sequels of all time. From Die Hard 2 to The Road Warrior (Mad Max 2), there's no shortage of pulse-pounding follow ups that are sure to get your adrenaline pumping. Whether you're a fan of traditional shoot 'em up films or prefer high-octane car chases, this list has something for everyone.

Die Hard 2 is often credited with popularizing the modern action sequel format, while The Dark Knight continue to be hailed as one of the greatest comic book movies ever made. Other greats include Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Lethal Weapon 2 and Aliens - which outdid even Ridley Scott's original classic in terms of sheer intensity and sci-fi thrills. And let's not forget classics like Beverly Hills Cop II and Bad Boys II - these timeless titles stand head and shoulders above most other entries on this list in terms of craftsmanship and storytelling prowess.

So why not take a look at these rankings? Vote up your favorite action movie sequels today and see how they stack up against some truly legendary films.

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