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A requel is a movie that includes subject matter from a previous movie in the franchise but is not a remake or a direct continuation of the plot of a previous movie (like a sequel or prequel). Some examples of requels includeJurassic World,Ghostbusters,Halloween,Scream, andStar Wars: The Force Awakens.

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