: a work (such as a novel or a play) whose story precedes that of an earlier work
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His next film will be a prequel to last year's hit movie.
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Created by George Lucas, the franchise expanded into the early 2000s with prequel films starring Natalie Portman, Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor.
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Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2025
Lush, complex, beautifully shot and structured, this prequel is a thrilling addition to a franchise that has enraptured audiences from the beginning.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 31 July 2025
The proper series adaptation of Gabaldon’s beloved books is still ticking, with season 8 slated for 2026, and also fans will now be treated to this prequel series, which concerns Jamie and Claire’s parents.
—Emily Temple
july 31, Literary Hub, 31 July 2025
Also on the panel was Doug Chiang, senior vice president and executive design director of Lucasfilm who has worked on several Star Wars productions, including the prequel films and The Mandalorian.
—Kristen Taketa, Mercury News, 28 July 2025
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Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2025
Lush, complex, beautifully shot and structured, this prequel is a thrilling addition to a franchise that has enraptured audiences from the beginning.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 31 July 2025
The proper series adaptation of Gabaldon’s beloved books is still ticking, with season 8 slated for 2026, and also fans will now be treated to this prequel series, which concerns Jamie and Claire’s parents.
—Emily Temple
july 31, Literary Hub, 31 July 2025
Also on the panel was Doug Chiang, senior vice president and executive design director of Lucasfilm who has worked on several Star Wars productions, including the prequel films and The Mandalorian.
—Kristen Taketa, Mercury News, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for prequel
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“Prequel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prequel. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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