


Nolan's take on the character was a hit with the audience, and he was able to tell a fully fleshed out story that spanned three films, Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises. Few could have predicted the impact of the film, especially after the disaster that was Batman & Robin. It wouldn't be until 2005 that Christopher Nolan took over iconic character with Batman Begins. Tim Burton came one film short of completing his story but was denied the chance after Batman Returns. The character of Batman had already shown up in five different films yet he was never given a proper trilogy. These are the five trilogies we just couldn't live without. Typically, the third film in the trilogy culminates in a giant (and hopefully satisfying) way. It tends to leave the hero in a world unrecognizable from the previous film.

The second, often regarded as the best in the series, escalates the hero's struggles. The first film introduces the audience to the world and characters that they'll be following for three films. Whether it's a crime epic or the story of a masked vigilante with personal issues, the trilogy has been able to tell a long-weaving story.Įach notable trilogy has shared the same basic layout that has led to success. Some stories are just too epic to be told in one film. It isn't easy to make a good trilogy but some have prevailed in doing so. While it's difficult for lightning to strike twice in Hollywood, it's often struck three times. Most studios are lucky enough to have one good film let alone an entire series. Franchises have been the go-to for film studios for decades.
