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Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines

  • 20032003
  • 12A12A
  • 1h 49m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
393K
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POPULARITY
2,263
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  • Cast & crew
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Arnold Schwarzenegger and Kristanna Loken in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
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A machine from a post-apocalyptic future travels back in time to protect a man and a woman from an advanced robotic assassin to ensure they both survive a nuclear attack.A machine from a post-apocalyptic future travels back in time to protect a man and a woman from an advanced robotic assassin to ensure they both survive a nuclear attack.A machine from a post-apocalyptic future travels back in time to protect a man and a woman from an advanced robotic assassin to ensure they both survive a nuclear attack.

IMDb RATING
6.3/10
393K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,263
238
  • Director
    • Jonathan Mostow
  • Writers
    • John Brancato
    • Michael Ferris
    • Tedi Sarafian
  • Stars
    • Arnold Schwarzenegger
    • Nick Stahl
    • Kristanna Loken
Top credits
  • Director
    • Jonathan Mostow
  • Writers
    • John Brancato
    • Michael Ferris
    • Tedi Sarafian
  • Stars
    • Arnold Schwarzenegger
    • Nick Stahl
    • Kristanna Loken
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.7KUser reviews
    • 283Critic reviews
    • 66Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 24 nominations

    Videos4

    Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
    Trailer 0:31
    Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
    Dark Fate for Terminator Franchise or a Requel That Works?
    Clip 4:20
    Dark Fate for Terminator Franchise or a Requel That Works?
    Who Nearly Starred in The Terminator Franchise?
    Video 4:38
    Who Nearly Starred in The Terminator Franchise?
    What Roles Has Arnold Schwarzenegger Turned Down?
    Video 3:34
    What Roles Has Arnold Schwarzenegger Turned Down?

    Photos367

    Kristanna Loken in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Claire Danes, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Nick Stahl in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Nick Stahl in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Claire Danes and Nick Stahl in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Kristanna Loken in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Kristanna Loken in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Kristanna Loken in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Claire Danes and Nick Stahl in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)
    Claire Danes in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003)

    Top cast

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    Arnold Schwarzenegger
    Arnold Schwarzenegger
    • Terminatoras Terminator
    Nick Stahl
    Nick Stahl
    • John Connoras John Connor
    Kristanna Loken
    Kristanna Loken
    • T-Xas T-X
    Claire Danes
    Claire Danes
    • Kate Brewsteras Kate Brewster
    David Andrews
    David Andrews
    • Robert Brewsteras Robert Brewster
    Mark Famiglietti
    Mark Famiglietti
    • Scott Petersenas Scott Petersen
    Earl Boen
    Earl Boen
    • Dr. Peter Silbermanas Dr. Peter Silberman
    Moira Sinise
    Moira Sinise
    • Betsyas Betsy
    • (as Moira Harris)
    Chopper Bernet
    Chopper Bernet
    • Chief Engineeras Chief Engineer
    Christopher Lawford
    Christopher Lawford
    • Brewster's Aideas Brewster's Aide
    • (as Chris Lawford)
    Carolyn Hennesy
    Carolyn Hennesy
    • Rich Womanas Rich Woman
    Jay Acovone
    Jay Acovone
    • Cop - Westside Streetas Cop - Westside Street
    M.C. Gainey
    M.C. Gainey
    • Roadhouse Bounceras Roadhouse Bouncer
    Susan Merson
    Susan Merson
    • Roadhouse Clubgoer #1as Roadhouse Clubgoer #1
    Elizabeth Morehead
    Elizabeth Morehead
    • Roadhouse Clubgoer #1as Roadhouse Clubgoer #1
    Jimmy Snyder
    • Male Stripperas Male Stripper
    Billy D. Lucas
    Billy D. Lucas
    • Angry Manas Angry Man
    • (as Billy Lucas)
    Brian Sites
    Brian Sites
    • Bill Andersonas Bill Anderson
    • Director
      • Jonathan Mostow
    • Writers
      • John Brancato(story by) (screenplay by)
      • Michael Ferris(story by) (screenplay by)
      • Tedi Sarafian(story by)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

    Storyline

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    More than 10 years after 'Terminator 2', John Connor now exists only as a drifter - living 'off the grid', so no more Terminators from the future can hunt him down. Unfortunately, SkyNet does send another one back - and this one is called the T-X, even more powerful & advanced than the dreaded T-1000. However, another CSM-101 Terminator is also sent back to protect John against the T-X. Now, Skynet is patiently assuming control of civilian computer systems, under the guise of a computer virus. John has also met his future wife, Kate Brewster, whose father - a U.S. Air Force General - is in charge of the military computer systems & is leery of up linking SkyNet. However, when the SkyNet virus infects the U.S military computers & leaves the country open to attack, the machines begin their horrific takeover. Soon a nuclear war will result - and the war against the machines will begin. Can the outdated CSM-101 Terminator eliminate the highly advanced T-X - or will a darker future await man following the nuclear attack? —Derek O'Cain
    time travelskynethumanoid cyborgexploding trucknuclear launch289 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Next Summer, the machines will rise.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Sci-Fi
    • Certificate
      • 12A
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The studios had long wanted to make a sequel to the previous Terminator films, but for a long time Arnold Schwarzenegger refused to do it unless James Cameron was directing. Cameron eventually told his friend to "just do it and ask for a shit-load of money," reasoning that the character was as much Schwarzenegger's as it was his. Schwarzenegger confirmed this in a talk-show interview, saying that when he asked, Cameron told him to "take the money and run".
    • Goofs
      (at around 30 mins) Having control of a vehicle's computer would not allow the car to be driven remotely, as the steering is completely mechanical (even power steering), and although some modern cars have a computer controlled throttle (not the cars in the movie though), the pedal would not depress (same goes for the brakes, clutch and gears).
    • Quotes

      Terminator: Katherine Brewster? Have you sustained injury?

      Kate Brewster: Drop dead, you asshole!

      Terminator: I am unable to comply.

    • Crazy credits
      Jay Acovone is credited as Jay Acavone.
    • Alternate versions
      The German TV version was edited for violence to gain a 'Not Under 12' rating. The cinema, and video versions are rated 'Not Under 16'.
    • Connections
      Edited into Smallville: Scare (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Macho Man
      Written by Henri Belolo, Jacques Morali, Peter Whitehead and Victor Willis (as Victor Edward Willis)

      Performed by The Village People

      Courtesy of The Island Def Jam Music Group

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises and Courtesy of Scorpio Music, S.A.

    User reviews1.7K

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    Why the Hate?
    I truly don't get the hate for this movie, unless you're one of those types that goes to comicon and asks questions about insanely obscure trivia to flaunt your vast knowledge of the T universe or writes erotic terminator fan-fiction from your mom's basement.

    It's the least of the three terminators, yes. But the least in a series of such high quality and entertainment value that to suggest this is one of the worst sequels ever is just plain hyperbolic stupidity. One of the things I keep seeing mentioned is the less serious parts. What is wrong with some humor? It was hardly even close to enough to call it a comedy and none of it was bad enough to induce groans. T2, and even T1, had humorous bits but I don't hear complaints about them. I don't know what people were expecting. They act like this is the Phantom Menace of the Terminator franchise. Please.

    It's got solid action (including one of the best destructive car chase sequences ever imho), it's exciting, it's got decent acting and effects. Get over your butthurt fanboy gripes and just enjoy it.
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    • harbingerofapocalypse
    • Jul 7, 2015

    FAQ18

    • What is Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines about?
    • Is 'The Terminator' series based on a book?
    • Why was the Terminator, model 101, sent back through time to a desert and not the city?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 1, 2003 (United Kingdom)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Germany
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • T3
    • Filming locations
      • Arco AM/PM - 33488 Crown Valley Rd, Acton, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • C-2 Pictures
      • Intermedia Films
      • IMF Internationale Medien und Film GmbH & Co. 3. Produktions KG
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $200,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $150,371,112
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $44,041,440
      • Jul 6, 2003
    • Gross worldwide
      • $433,371,112
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 49 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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