At best, comedy sequels have a mixed reputation. Like any other follow-up to a successful film, they are challenged with pleasing an audience that already has its own set of expectations and hopes for what this new chapter will bring. However, because comedy is inherently based on surprise, projects aiming to revisit the laughs for another round often fall short. Hew too closely to the original film, and the sequel feels like a tired retread. Venture too far afield, and the film risks alienating its existing fanbase. Ted 2 is the latest comedy sequel to attempt this balance, with expectantly mixed results.

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