ActionThrillerScience FictionHD1h 48m1984enReleased

The Terminator

Your future is in its hands.

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Overview

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?

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed The Terminator?

The Terminator was directed by James Cameron.

What was the budget and revenue for The Terminator?

The official budget was $6,400,000 and the movie went on to gross $78,371,200 worldwide.

Where was The Terminator produced?

It was produced by companies including Hemdale, Pacific Western in United Kingdom, United States of America.

The Terminator Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of The Terminator wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Hemdale
Hemdale
Pacific Western
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