While most of us are more familiar with trilogies thanks to The Lord of the Rings, The Godfather, and Star Wars, there are several amazing duologies in film history as well. But which are the best film duologies ever? That might be a little harder to narrow down.

While so many duologies deserve the spotlight, these six are more captivating than the rest. These are the best out of them all, and they span various genres from action to war dramas to science fiction films.

6. Dune (2021) / Dune: Part Two (2024)

Dune Warner Bros Pictures
Credit: Warner Bros Pictures

5. The Hustler (1961) / The Color of Money (1986)

The Hustler, 20th Century Fox
Credit: 20th Century Fox

4. Blade Runner (1982) / Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

Blade Runner Warner Bros Pictures
Credit: Warner Bros Pictures

3. Top Gun (1986) / Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

Top Gun, Paramount Pictures
Credit: Paramount Pictures

2. Flags of Our Fathers (2006) / Letters from Iwo Jima (2006)

Flags of Our Fathers, Paramount Pictures
Credit: Paramount Pictures

1. Kill Bill Vol. 1 (2003) / Kill Bill Vol. 2 (2004)

Kill Bill Miramax Films
Credit: Miramax Films
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