Benefits Quote by Donnie Wahlberg

I think a sequel is a waste of money and time. I think movies should illuminate new stories.

— Francis Ford Coppola

I think sequels are very dangerous if you assume and presume success. I think you have to plan each film as a standalone and…

— Hutch Parker

The way you set up for a sequel is by having a successful film. The focus is on making a successful film, and making…

— Peter Berg

Sequels face the risk of being constantly compared to the first film.

— R. Madhavan

Is it ever too late for a sequel?

— Gary Goetzman

There's nothing wrong with doing sequels, they're just easier to sell.

— J. J. Abrams

The idea of a sequel, I don't think it ever occurs while doing a film. A film proves popular, those are always business decisions…

— Stephen Schwartz

I feel the way I always do about sequels. If there's an idea that excites me enough, and it feels like a way to…

— Drew Goddard

Sequels are generally done in a rush. They're done with a sense of urgency. The first time, you spend a long time developing to…

— Alex Garland

In my mind, it's always easier to do a sequel than an original.

— Steven Van Zandt

If you make a good first film and audiences respond, than hopefully you'll have the opportunity to do a sequel.

— David Heyman

You sign for a sequel for everything these days, just in case, options. In the past, you avoided them like the plague because it…

— Mark Strong