How can something be so fun yet so boring at the same time.
Cinemas
Directed by James Cameron
The Terminator
An acclaimed, rewatchable action.
Action
Thriller
Science Fiction
1984
1h 48m
In the post-apocalyptic future, reigning tyrannical supercomputers teleport a cyborg assassin known as the "Terminator" back to 1984 to kill Sarah Connor, whose unborn son is destined to lead insurgents against 21st century mechanical hegemony. Meanwhile, the human-resistance movement dispatches a lone warrior to safeguard Sarah. Can he stop the virtually indestructible killing machine?
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Cast & crew
6What people say
Imagine sending some guy back in time so he can plough your mum.
james cameron writes dialogue as if he's never talked to another human being in his entire life
Common questions
What is The Terminator about?+
A machine sent from a post-apocalyptic future arrives in 1984 Los Angeles to kill Sarah Connor before she can give birth to the future resistance leader.
Who directed The Terminator?+
James Cameron directed the film, which was released in 1984 and launched his career as a major filmmaker.
Does The Terminator have sequels?+
Yes, it spawned a large franchise, and you can find related films on Mood.
