previous work; preceding work; previous title; previous release
first crop grown in a double-cropped field; preceding crop
前作より今作の方が好きだ。
I prefer this work to the previous one.
前作のファンに向けた続編が作られた。
A sequel aimed at fans of the previous work was made.
監督の前作は世界各地で高い評価を得た作品だった。
The director's previous work received high praise around the world.