Best Third Installment in Movie Franchise

The art of the Threequel is no easy science. Whether it ends a trilogy or sets up a franchise for years to come, the third film in a series must be incredible and fulfill expectations that are hard to live up to. Franchise films tend to go big, dominate, and make money to appease the Hollywood machine and the fans that come in droves seeking entertainment. There are third films maligned by the masses and critics, but please a particular fan base like The Matrix Revolutions. Certain movies that are beloved by all, like Lord of the Rings: The Return of The King, tend to be the exception. As franchises and films based on IP continue to dominate the box office, it's important to note the best of these films.