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The movie “Karate Kid: Legends” made $20.3 million during its opening weekend, which might not have been as much as expected, but it wouldn’t have happened without the TV show Cobra Kai on Netflix. This series brought Daniel and Johnny Lawrence (played by William Zabka) back together as rivals, keeping their stories going, and most importantly, renewing interest in the martial arts franchise. The expansion of the universe is thrilling, but “Karate Kid: Legends” has presented something that makes the future a bit tricky.

Among Yen’s classic kung fu films from the past and modern action blockbusters, this Hong Kong actor has consistently provided breathtaking fight sequences and captivating performances in timeless masterpieces and cult favorites. Given the numerous series he’s associated with, it’s understandable that some are superior to others. Nevertheless, the top-tier Yen franchises rank among his finest work.

In 2019, we saw the release of John Wick: Chapter 3 , and subsequently John Wick: Chapter 4 hit the screens in 2023. However, Ballerina has taken its time, spending years in post-production. It’s now set to premiere this coming summer, marking a gap of nearly three years since filming began and over two years after co-star Lance Reddick’s unfortunate passing.

When individuals purchase a ticket for a follow-up film, they typically accept that it may not live up to expectations. Rarely do sequels equal or exceed the quality of the initial movie. However, there are exceptional instances where sequels truly shine, and those are the films we’re discussing today – the top ten movie sequels from the past decade.

In an exciting turn of events, it was disclosed that actor Domhnall Gleeson, famously known for his role as Harry Potter’s arch-nemesis, will reprise his character for a 19-week stretch in the Broadway adaptation of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The show, set 19 years after the events depicted in Deathly Hallows (and partially during its epilogue), will see Gleeson take center stage from Nov. 11, 2025, to Mar. 22, 2026, at the Lyric Theatre in New York City. This makes Gleeson the first member of the original movie cast to join the Broadway production. Keen Harry Potter fans can now register for priority access to tickets, granting them entry to a presale commencing on June 10 at 11 a.m. ET. Tickets for the general public will be available starting June 12 at 11 a.m. ET.

More to come…