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    Terminator 2: Judgment Day

    • 19911991
    • RR
    • 2h 17min
    IMDb RATING
    8.5/10
    1M
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    88
    166
    • Cast & crew
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    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son, John Connor, from a more advanced cyborg.
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    A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son, John Connor, from a more advanced and powerful cyborg.A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son, John Connor, from a more advanced and powerful cyborg.A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son, John Connor, from a more advanced and powerful cyborg.

    IMDb RATING
    8.5/10
    1M
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    88
    166
    • Director
      • James Cameron
    • Writers
      • James Cameron
      • William Wisher
    • Stars
      • Arnold Schwarzenegger
      • Linda Hamilton
      • Edward Furlong
    Top credits
    • Director
      • James Cameron
    • Writers
      • James Cameron
      • William Wisher
    • Stars
      • Arnold Schwarzenegger
      • Linda Hamilton
      • Edward Furlong
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.3KUser reviews
    • 307Critic reviews
    • 75Metascore
  • See production, box office & company info
  • Top rated movie #36
    • Won 4 Oscars
      • 36 wins & 33 nominations total

    Videos18

    Re-release Trailer
    Trailer 1:34
    Re-release Trailer
    Terminator 2: Judgment Day: 3D
    Trailer 1:37
    Terminator 2: Judgment Day: 3D
    'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' | Anniversary Mashup
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    'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' | Anniversary Mashup
    'The Platform' & Future Films From the IMDb Top 250
    Clip 4:04
    'The Platform' & Future Films From the IMDb Top 250
    How Mackenzie Davis Expands the 'Terminator' Universe
    Clip 2:09
    How Mackenzie Davis Expands the 'Terminator' Universe
    The Evolution of Sarah Connor & The Terminator
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    The Evolution of Sarah Connor & The Terminator
    Top Gun! Terminator! The '80s Live at SDCC
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    Top Gun! Terminator! The '80s Live at SDCC
    Dark Fate for Terminator Franchise or a Requel That Works?
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    Dark Fate for Terminator Franchise or a Requel That Works?
    What We Know About 'Terminator: Dark Fate' ... So Far
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    What We Know About 'Terminator: Dark Fate' ... So Far
    A Guide to the Films of James Cameron
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    A Guide to the Films of James Cameron
    Skynet Edition Clip: Picture In Picture
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    Skynet Edition Clip: Picture In Picture
    Skynet Edition Clip: Quiz Game
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    Skynet Edition Clip: Quiz Game

    Photos427

    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Jenette Goldstein and Xander Berkeley in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger and Edward Furlong in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger and Edward Furlong in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Robert Patrick in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Robert Patrick in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Linda Hamilton in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger and Edward Furlong in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
    Edward Furlong in Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

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    Arnold Schwarzenegger
    Arnold Schwarzenegger
    • The Terminatoras The Terminator
    Linda Hamilton
    Linda Hamilton
    • Sarah Connoras Sarah Connor
    Edward Furlong
    Edward Furlong
    • John Connoras John Connor
    Robert Patrick
    Robert Patrick
    • T-1000as T-1000
    Earl Boen
    Earl Boen
    • Dr. Silbermanas Dr. Silberman
    Joe Morton
    Joe Morton
    • Miles Dysonas Miles Dyson
    S. Epatha Merkerson
    S. Epatha Merkerson
    • Tarissa Dysonas Tarissa Dyson
    Castulo Guerra
    Castulo Guerra
    • Enrique Salcedaas Enrique Salceda
    Danny Cooksey
    Danny Cooksey
    • Timas Tim
    Jenette Goldstein
    Jenette Goldstein
    • Janelle Voightas Janelle Voight
    Xander Berkeley
    Xander Berkeley
    • Todd Voightas Todd Voight
    Leslie Hamilton Gearren
    • Twin Sarahas Twin Sarah
    Ken Gibbel
    • Douglasas Douglas
    Robert Winley
    Robert Winley
    • Cigar Bikeras Cigar Biker
    Peter Schrum
    Peter Schrum
    • Lloydas Lloyd
    • (as Pete Schrum)
    Shane Wilder
    • Truckeras Trucker
    Michael Edwards
    Michael Edwards
    • Old John Connoras Old John Connor
    Jared Lounsbery
    • Kidas Kid
    • Director
      • James Cameron
    • Writers
      • James Cameron
      • William Wisher
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Over 10 years have passed since the first machine called The Terminator tried to kill Sarah Connor and her unborn son, John. The man who will become the future leader of the human resistance against the Machines is now a healthy young boy. However, another Terminator, called the T-1000, is sent back through time by the supercomputer Skynet. This new Terminator is more advanced and more powerful than its predecessor and its mission is to kill John Connor when he's still a child. However, Sarah and John do not have to face the threat of the T-1000 alone. Another Terminator (identical to the same model that tried and failed to kill Sarah Connor in 1984) is also sent back through time to protect them. Now, the battle for tomorrow has begun. —Eric ggg
    time travelfuturesequelartificial intelligencemother son relationship782 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • It's nothing personal.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Sci-Fi
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong sci-fi action and violence, and for language
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Robert Patrick trained in a rigorous running regimen while breathing only through his nose, in order to be able to appear to run at high speeds without showing fatigue on film. He had trained so hard that he was able to catch up with Edward Furlong on his dirtbike with great ease, so he had to slow down considerably.
    • Goofs
      After the Terminator's mechanical arm is freed from the cog, his real arm covered with a black sock is visible under his leather jacket. The outline of a wrist watch under the sock is also visible.
    • Quotes

      The Terminator: Hasta la vista, baby.

    • Crazy credits
      Play the Nintendo Game from Acclaim/Lin Entertainment
    • Alternate versions
      On the 'Ultimate Edition' DVD as well as the 'Skynet Edition' Blu-ray, there are three versions of the film, albeit only two at the menu, the Theatrical and Special Edition versions. However, highlighting the 'Special Edition' option and keying in '82997' (August 29, 1997), will open a Extended Special Edition Option, with the T-1000 searching John's room and an Alternate ending added on and replaced. Some DVD players may need to push ENTER between each digit.
    • Connections
      Edited into EBN: Commercial Entertainment Product (1992)
    • Soundtracks
      You Could Be Mine
      (1991)

      Performed by Guns N' Roses

      Written by Izzy Stradlin and Axl Rose

      Published by Guns N' Roses Music (ASCAP)

      Courtesy of Geffen Records

    User reviews1.3K

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    Top review
    10/10
    Words cannot describe the greatness of this movie
    A Terminator(Arnold Schwarzenegger) was sent from the future to kill the unborn son of Sarah Connor(Linda Hamilton) in the original. Now, that Terminator has been sent back again but with a different assignment: Protect John Connor. John Connor(Edward Furlong) is now about 10 years of age and must evade a new Terminator sent to kill him;The T-1000(Robert Patrick). Sarah, John, and The Terminator journey together on their quest to stop Judgement Day, with a trailing, shape-shifting Termiantor trailing from behind.

    This is the greatest of the Terminator trilogy. I have watched three times in the past year and have not found anything that Cameron could have improved on. The move is a masterpiece in every aspect of film. Schwarzenegger's acting might not be incredible but this is the perfect role for him. He isn't supposed to show emotion or feelings. He is a machine. I hate almost every one of his movies besides this trilogy because he is a horrible actor but he works perfectly into this role.

    The special effects are incredible beyond belief. The shape-shifting T-1000 is some of the greatest animation I have witnessed in cinema history. It absolutely blew my mind when I first experienced this visual extravaganza. The animation looked so real(remembering this was a good ten years). The movie included fast-paced action along with some clever sci-fi drama/horror. The idea of a vast army of machines taking over the world after sending off warheads to every major city should be scary enough. But the T-1000 has very little lines and is just creepy enough to make twitch when you see him.

    Sci-fi movies can rarely be made in such way that can be looked at as works of art. This is one of the few exceptions. The prediction of judgment day with Hamilton watching a playground full of kids be burnt to the ground is an absolute brilliant portrayal of Armageddon. The theme that men will destroy themselves is also shown throughout the movie also and is even said by The Terminator" It's in your nature to destroy yourselves". This brings the movie to a whole new level of sci-fi.

    Overall, Termiantor II: Judgement Day is an absolute must see classic. If you have not seen it, buy it! Because once you have seen it, you will want to do so anyways. It is fast paced and highly enjoyable for just about every audience.

    I highly recommend this movie.
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    • SeminolePhenom
    • Oct 14, 2005

    FAQ84

    • Why does the T-1000 say "I know this hurts" to Sarah? It had already sampled her to imitate her.
    • Is The Terminator a hero?
    • How did Miles die? And did his wife and son ever knew?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 3, 1991 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official site (3D re-release) (Germany)
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • El Exterminator 2
    • Filming locations
      • Bayside Parkway & Gateway Blvd., Fremont, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Carolco Pictures
      • Pacific Western
      • Lightstorm Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $102,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $205,881,154
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $31,765,506
      • Jul 7, 1991
    • Gross worldwide
      • $520,881,154
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 17min
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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