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Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Terminator 2: Judgment Day

1991
Sci-fi, Suspense/Thriller
2h 17m
Nearly 10 years have passed since Sarah Connor was targeted for termination by a cyborg from the future. Now her son, John, the future leader of the resistance, is the target for a newer, more deadly terminator. Once again, the resistance has managed to send a protector back to attempt to save John and his mother Sarah. (imdb)
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Terminator 2: Judgment Day

1991
Sci-fi, Suspense/Thriller
2h 17m
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Rated 28 Jan 2007
90
91st
This movie is the true reason for Arnold Schwarzenegger's fame. He plays the role of the Terminator to perfection and Robert Patrick's distinct haunting presence is brilliant. The visuals are, even now, quite impressive. The dialog and story are both excellent. Indeed, this is one of the best action films you'll ever see and arguably James Cameron's best film.
Rated 14 Oct 2008
98
99th
What a super movie. I like it very much. Great action of trucks, motorbike and helicopter. The super robot in liquid metal was excellent, great effects.
Rated 11 Sep 2008
100
99th
1991..the year Cameron made the best SciFi-Action movie of all time. With a monster budget of 94. Million $ ( that was a record in 1991 ) he created a movie that stands for a whole generation. Dark, brutal and dystopian. A movie with no hope and no happy end.130 thrilling minutes full of action you've never seen before. Terminator is an inherent part of the 90's. Judgement day will come, it's just a matter of time
Rated 03 Mar 2007
6
98th
The most awesomely entertaining piece of anti-capitalist entertainment ever made, in which an outlaw biker goes up against the military-industrial complex with the help of a mental hospital inmate and her Public Enemy-t-shirt-wearing, bank-robbing son to destroy a corporation while being pursued by the most fearsome villain of all: a white cop. The leftist politics of Terminator 2 have only made themselves ever clearer and, sadly, more relevant in the decades since its release.
Rated 28 Dec 2020
91
85th
I've never liked the criticism that James Cameron is a filmmaker more interested in technology as opposed to human drama. Sure, this picture is remarkably forward thinking in its application of CGI, photography, and practical effects. But it is also an incredible coming-of-age story on how John Connor becomes who he is and one of the best action movie parts for an actress ever. And the philosophical theme of "No fate but what we make" is up there with the Matrix. A classic in sci-fi.
Rated 11 Jul 2016
95
91st
Amazing action movie. Arnie is solid, the direction is impeccable, and the enormous budget is all on the screen. I felt physically exhausted after it was over. Minus five points for the insufferable Edward Furlong.
Rated 27 Feb 2007
97
99th
A perfect flawless film by my favorite director James Cameroon.
Rated 20 Jul 2008
100
98th
Best action movie ever created period. Incredible special effects that suprisingly still hold up today and amazing action sequences combined with a extremely brilliant plot makes this one of the best films ever to hit the big screen. Brought the sci-fi genre to a whole new level!
Rated 20 Jun 2007
63
61st
Emotionally manipulative holocaust of playground, Robert Patrick is awesome, shit blows up, Robert Patrick continues being awesome, more shit blows up, Arnold has no idea what tears are despite complex understanding of human anatomy, Edward Furlong switches between emoting incredulity and hysteria, time paradox, more shit than ever blows up, Linda Hamilton is stupidly spared, Robert Patrick enters death throes, robots impart valuable lesson about being human, end's ambiguity ruined by sequels.
Rated 19 Mar 2008
95
96th
One of the best sequels ever made. Between this and Aliens, Cameron has a knack for cranking it to 11 in follow-ups. The special effects still look amazing this many years later, and the plot is a simple set-up for a two and a half hour high-speed chase. It's impressive how robotic Schwarzenegger and Patrick can make their expressions and intonations. It's seemingly emotionless work, but their movement is so subtly unnatural. This is absolutely epic cinema, and easily Arnold's best film.
Rated 10 Aug 2014
100
98th
Come with me if you want to be enthralled.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
94
99th
For what it is (an action flick), it's the best of it's kind. This is THE action movie, and is one of the few instances where the sequel improved upon the previous film. The only other movie that could fight for the title with this one is possibly Die Hard. But that's a different conversation for a different day.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
95th
For a movie concerned with the apocalypse and machines and everything, this was a really good movie about fatherhood. And who would've thought Edward Furlong couldn't be topped by Stahl?
Rated 14 Feb 2007
10
98th
doctor7, this is not the true reason for Arnold's fame, he was already an established movie star way before this and also Mr. Universe multiple times. In reality it is an instant classic and one of the few sequels that is better than the original. Arguably the best action movie ever. Robert Patrick is possibly the most perfectly cast villain I've seen, so perfect.
Rated 17 May 2008
90
97th
Undoubtedly one of the best sci-fi/action movies to ever be made, who cares if Arnold isn't the best actor in the world, what we have here is an important and successful and well made movie that is in no way a failure.
Rated 05 Oct 2011
98
98th
A sequel that is every bit as good and slightly better than the already awesome original. This sequel packs some of the greatest action scenes ever and some good visual effects. This one also adds some emotion to the series which is nice. Well made up and down.
Rated 08 Jul 2007
5
96th
One of the best action films ever made. The special effects still hold up really well in spite of being some 16 years old, and I cry like a fucking baby every time I see the ending.
Rated 09 Jul 2007
90
90th
Great action, special effects that still hold up after all this time. Corny at times but it's a lot more than can be expected from most action movies.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
97th
Pure balls-out action with a moral shoehorned in, one of the greats of action cinema.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
10
99th
The greatest Arnold movie and one of the best sci-fi action movies ever made; a supremely epic and utterly action-packed rollercoaster. Robert Patrick and his oft-stabbing hands make for a terrifying villain. It has a sleek style distinctly different than the urban grit of the first film, but does it with so much panache that the tonal shift is all good. The T-1000 effects still look excellent twenty years later.
Rated 19 Apr 2009
100
99th
Contains some of the greatest action sequences ever filmed. With the exception of the Matrix, no other action movie even comes close to the production and direction quality of Terminator 2.
Rated 01 Oct 2011
100
99th
20 years after the release T2 still stands as one of the absolute best action films in my book. Hamilton, Furlong, Patrick and Schwarzenegger are all spot on in Cameron's dark pre-dystopian masterpiece. One of those films I could watch any day!
Rated 24 Jan 2012
75
79th
I'd rank this higher if it weren't for Aliens. That movie has not aged at all, whereas this one has. Furlong is almost intolerable on rewatch.
Rated 31 Aug 2019
70
48th
Good follow up But it was just a little too out there for my taste
Rated 29 Dec 2006
95
99th
This one i think, is what made James Cameron "the" James Cameron. A movie which can outsand the test of time and managed to get even better than its prequel.
Rated 18 Mar 2007
95
94th
T2: Judgment Day is the greatest action movie ever created. From start to finish it is nonstop with some of the most incredible situations that create a wow-a-minute type atmosphere with one heck of a cool character leading the way. It's an absolute masterpiece.
Rated 27 Mar 2007
75
90th
From the age action-packed movies still had something to offer not as a sidekick.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
91st
A movie that raised the bar for action films.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
87
82nd
More action packed than the first, Terminator 2 is a more balanced thriller than the first. It's less of a horror film, and more of a sci-fi film, and it greatly strengthens the story and the time travel aspect. T2 also introduced the T-1000 who will forever be one of the most menacing movie villains. Really good!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
98
99th
Marks the beginning and end of Eddie Furlong's illustrious career.
Rated 27 Dec 2007
90
96th
Linda Hamilton must have been spent every waking moment in acting class during the seven years between this and the original.
Rated 23 Jan 2008
90
97th
It's T2. No mini-review necessary!
Rated 14 Jun 2008
97
99th
Very Great
Rated 31 Jul 2008
85
85th
Still a pinnacle of action flicks, the end battle is still epic.
Rated 24 Nov 2008
75
63rd
Despite having being done 17 years ago, the effects and action sequences are jaw-dropping and thrilling, which is by far its best asset.
Rated 22 Apr 2009
90
96th
Oh yeah, the crown jewel of the Terminator series. I only hope that T4 will live up to this and not the crappy T3
Rated 03 Jan 2010
90
93rd
The special effects hold up well even today (2009), some of the characters are surprisingly interesting, and it seems as if Cameron put a little more thought into the plot, filling some of the holes from the first movie along the way. There are still a couple of things with the time traveling part of the story that don't make a whole lot of sense, but that's just a minor flaw in an otherwise really fun movie.
Rated 17 Mar 2010
5
44th
This just seemed to be missing something that the original had. The atmosphere didn't quite feel right, and the best parts were the action scenes which seemed to see a giant lull in the middle, and the finale seemed a bit 'cheesy', I guess because it's fairly similar to the original but a bit more 'teary.' I also think that Arnie made a better 'evil' Terminator.
Rated 19 Jan 2011
95
93rd
While the original Terminator relies more on horror, this movie relies more on action. And boy does it have a lot of it. This could easily be considered the greatest action movie of all time. But it's not all about action. If it were all action, it would be pretty forgettable. The action is intense because we care about the characters in the movie. Both the characters and the story are the strongest points of the film. If you haven't seen it, see it. It's a mandatory film.
Rated 06 Nov 2019
8
88th
I know so many people look at this as the greatest thing since sliced bread. While I agree it's a great action movie, it's not my favorite like most. It's weird to see how different this is from the first one, especially if you read into the production of this, and just how massive the budget and movie in general was for it's time. They absolutely nailed it too. We get Linda and Arnold back and they're just as good as before. Great villain, great affects. Great all around movie.
Rated 16 Jan 2022
89
89th
Iconic motorcycle-shotgun-flipping Hollywood action, and more than any other movie makes me nostalgic for the days of the video rental store. The liquid metal Boss Godfrey character works so well you forget it's a twist that he's the bad guy. John Connor isn't taken seriously enough given his importance in the plot, but I'm not convinced the actor is the problem. He's being hunted by a cyborg and they give him Bart Simpson lines! Hasta la vista, young Furlong *flips hair, rides off on dirt bike*
Rated 19 Mar 2007
96
99th
One of the best films of all time and one of the best sequels of all time. Cameron's return to the Terminator saga comes off not only necessary, but emerges as a storytelling and visual masterpiece. Rather than settle for an action-ride, James Cameron reaches far with an unsettling horror tale of survival and a young boy seeing his only father figure in the eyes of a machine. Boasting great pacing, an excellent cast, and pioneering visual effects, "T2" is a rare filmmaking achievement.
Rated 21 Apr 2007
10
97th
Growing up, T2 was the film that sparked my interest into the magic of filmmaking and I have no problem whatsoever calling this the best action movie ever made. Great follow-up to the classic original with some spectacular action and surprising dramatic depth. An awesome ride worth revisiting every year.
Rated 30 Oct 2007
92
98th
Why don't they make movies like this anymore? Almost everything is as perfect as pure action movie can be.
Rated 29 Aug 2008
94
95th
Perhaps the most entertaining and re-watchable action movie ever made. I watched it on an almost weekly basis as a kid and owned the action figures. This is the role Arnold was meant to play. T-1000 is one of the most terrifying villains in film history and the special effects remain impressive over twenty years later. Music, image, the technical detail... There's really not much else to say. It improves on the original and has tons of memorable lines with a wicked smart script.
Rated 19 Mar 2009
100
90th
When a robot played by Scwartzenegger is the most charismatic & likable character in a film there's cause for alarm. Aside him is a douchy kid played by a douchy kid who can't act and an insane woman whose self-assuredness is annoying as hell. It's a testament then to everything beyond the characters and campy dialog how fantastic it still is. Great direction & effects, amazing soundtrack. The high point of Arnold's career.
Rated 17 Apr 2009
9
92nd
What action movies should be like.
Rated 30 Jul 2010
95
97th
"You think I'm unemotional, don't you? I can *be* emotional. Jesus, I cried like a child at the end of Terminator 2"
Rated 24 Sep 2010
96
99th
Still one of the pinnacles of action and sci-fi.
Rated 21 Feb 2011
90
98th
It's the rock version of a punk predecessor, as nicely supported by arnold's respective wardrobe. Cameron added fun and mass appeal to the formula, but by going for a broader audience, he had to make concessions that somewhat hurt the source material. not the least of which was the absolutely annoying edward furlong. However, the general craft and action setpieces are out of this world, and as blockbusters go, near perfect and infinitely rewatchable.
Rated 16 Oct 2011
85
88th
Bigger, more ambitious, but also more family friendly than the first instalment. 'Terminator 2' may not be entirely as bad-ass as 'Aliens', but it is still a must-see blockbuster of the 90s, complete with groundbreaking CGI, action galore and Arnold's rather touching line: "I know now why you actors act, but it is something I can never do."
Rated 23 Jun 2012
93
96th
T2 features thrilling action sequences and eye-popping visual effects, but what takes this sci-fi/action landmark to the next level is the depth of the human (and cyborg) characters.
Rated 27 Aug 2017
100
91st
Blending action, sci-fi, humour, and unadulterated thrills into one impeccable package, "Terminator 2" is, and always will be, at least to me, the perfect action movie, an unrelenting bombast of amazing set pieces, exceptional narrative turns, and fantastic performances, that never fails to deliver one hell of an explosive knockout punch of sheer entertainment, from beginning to end. Riding the fine line between blockbuster entertainment and potential schlock has never been this much fun.
Rated 19 Dec 2017
6
86th
easy to forget amid the goofy jokes and surrogate paternal bonding that when this gets dark it's dark as fuck, from the nuclear skin-flaying nightmare to the home invasion. it also remains one of the great action epics, the ALIENS to the first's ALIEN, full of vintage analog set pieces and horrifying CGI (FYC: when patrick melts through the bars in the psych ward and his gun gets caught for a second), all the while complicating its precursor's naked fear of technology and mortality.
Rated 06 Dec 2006
90
94th
Best sequel of all time...And, I think it will not be wrong to say Cameron is the best in action films, only watching this film.
Rated 12 Dec 2006
95
97th
God I love it.
Rated 17 Dec 2006
80
61st
One of the all-time greats of the balls-to-the-wall action movie genre.
Rated 09 Feb 2007
83
79th
The reason we see Arnold as he is today. All of his other films are an excuse to make fun of him, whereas this and the prequel, are quite...legendary. Terminator 2 all be it a bit cheesy at times, has incredible special effects, a good plot, and some mindblowing action sequences. Great Film!
Rated 01 Mar 2007
70
82nd
Great action film.
Rated 16 Apr 2007
85
91st
Already an action classic.
Rated 14 Jul 2007
79
77th
Sets the standard for the genre pretty high. Excellent action scenes, really exciting. Robert Patrick has two first names, two piercing blue eyes, and an affinity for playing creepy-ass shapeshifting cyborgs.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
94
90th
Arnold's defining role.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
84
77th
Yes, the special effects were revolutionary. Yes, it was a worthy sequel. Yes, the humor is dry, yet spot-on. OK, you get a good score this time, James Cameron.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
97
98th
a perfect epic action movie...long and legendary (rightfuly so)
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
93rd
Aside from The Godfather, one of the few sequels that delivers as much, if not more, than it's great predecessor.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
88th
One of those very rare movies that is literally non-stop action. More of this, Mr. Cameron! Second only to Aliens.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
93rd
Sheer perfection. This is Arnold and Cameron at the peak of their games. A young Edward Furlong probably could have used some help, but ultimately he doesn't hurt an otherwise fantastic action movie. My favorite thing about this film is that the effects used for the T-1000 (done in 1991!) look better than lots of CG does today.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
99th
A much better movie than either one surrounding it. The technology fifteen years ago would be dated by most standards, but Cameron knew what he could get away with, and it works beautifully. Take careful notice of the scene where Sarah Connor is tending to the Terminator - instead of a reflection in the mirror, Linda Hamilton's twin sister makes an appearance instead.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
96th
One of the few sequels that was better than the original. The only annoying part of the movie is the kid constantly screaming and crying
Rated 14 Aug 2007
84
74th
This is one hell of a movie. I would have loved to have seen the first terminator with the budget and production values of this movie. Decent plot and GREAT action. This is the reason why James Cameron is a great director, not Titanic.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
96
96th
One of the truly great action pictures to come out of Hollywood. Terrific in every aspect: technical, acting, writing, drama, it has it all.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
82
86th
This one might even be better than the last on. Damn. It doesn't make much sense, but it is internally consistent, well written, and interesting.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
66th
Riddled with unanswered questions and gaping plot holes. I lost track of how many times I asked myself "why didn't he just...?", and they don't even bother trying to explain how the T-1000 works. And man, Edward Furlong just sucks. However, if you want some well-crafted action scenes, you could certainly do much worse. Cameron's lust for stylish violence and high-tech weaponry is kind of disturbing, and frankly, the guy sounds like a real dick. But he sure blows stuff up real good.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
96
91st
The first rated R movie I ever saw in a theatre. My dad took my brother and I. I never forget it. The best of the Terminator series.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
4
74th
It's safe to say this is one of the best action movies ever made. It's bigger, faster, more hyperbolic than its predecessor. No doubt an impressive technical feat, but I fall into the minority who prefer the first film. I don't like the decision to infuse Schwarzenegger's Terminator with humanity, and Edward Furlong is among the most obnoxious child actors. The whole film has this tongue-in-cheek attitude that deprives it of the original's stronger aesthetic and atmosphere.
Rated 26 Jan 2008
76
75th
Bad Schwarzenegger turned to good one! More astonished effects. Classic.
Rated 24 Mar 2008
85
97th
the gold standart of action thrillers. impeccably paced and edited, this is the defining masterpiece of Cameron. T1000 is the scariest villain of all time.
Rated 02 Jul 2008
100
99th
If James Cameron had done an excellent job in the first, imagine what he would do with a mega budget in hand. Much emotion and impeccable special effects.
Rated 04 Oct 2008
95
97th
Greatest, most enduring action flick of the nineteens? If not of all time. Extremely entertaining - even at the 50th viewing.
Rated 26 Oct 2008
90
90th
All sci-fi action movies must be judged by this one.
Rated 07 Mar 2009
86
91st
Best sequel ever I guess. And for Schwarzenegger this is really the role of his life. The way he acts in this movie is just unbelievable. Best performance of his carreer. The liquid Terminator is also superb. James Cameron made a great movie! Top and a must-see!
Rated 21 Apr 2009
100
90th
For me this will always bet the best sci fi action film, it proves that action films can be smart while staying entertaining.
Rated 29 Apr 2009
90
85th
Leaps and bounds above the first one and one of the finest action movies I've yet to see.
Rated 19 Aug 2009
100
94th
The Terminator story is very cool. This second instalment in the series showcases... so much. For its time it has absolutely amazing effects. It is pure action; and pure win. I'll be back.
Rated 19 Aug 2009
100
95th
Fantastic futuristic sci-fi movie of its time
Rated 19 Aug 2009
98
94th
I saw this opening night on the July 4th with my brother and a friend. It was the first midnight showing of a movie that I had ever been too. I love the steel blue color palette throughout the movie. One of the great action flicks. Two points off only because of Edward Furlong.
Rated 02 Sep 2009
79
94th
The film has some weaker moments than the original: it is less taut, Furlong isn't old enough to play bad-ass without coming off as whiny, the science and internal logic is less rigorous, and the lines can be cheesier. However, it makes up for it with some of the best action scenes in any film, and with Arnold reprising what rightfully should be a once-in-a-lifetime role, alongside Linda Hamilton's absolutely stunning performance.
Rated 10 Nov 2009
88
86th
great movie
Rated 12 Feb 2010
90
92nd
One aspect of this film that really stuck out at me was Sarah Connor's complete physical and mental transformation - you can tell just how emotionally broken she is just looking in her eyes. The special effects still hold up incredibly well (even moreso than in Terminator) and certain scenes (such as Sarah's nightmare of the inevitable apocalypse) have a huge emotional impact. I do feel the need to point out a paradox - how could the T-100 participate in the destruction of his digital ancestor?
Rated 03 Mar 2010
90
90th
One of the greatest action movies of all time, and a rare sequel that outclasses its predecessor. I'm not fond of the Sarah Connor narration, but it's thankfully brief enough to ignore. Bonus points for being a two-and-a-half hour movie that doesn't become boring at any point before the credits roll.
Rated 21 May 2010
95
89th
Words fail me on how good this sequel is.
Rated 27 Jul 2010
97
99th
Nothing in T2 stands out, because every molecule of this movie is at utmost perfection. This movie is just one long "AWESOME!" scene with a coherent narrative running through it. This was the first "grown-ups" movie I ever saw and I think I've seen this more times than any other movie.
Rated 12 Aug 2010
100
94th
In ten words or less: The consummate action sci-fi.
Rated 30 Aug 2010
96
97th
This (possibly alongside Die Hard) has set the benchmark on what any modern day action movie should hope to achieve. Alongside the impressive explosions, chases, suspense and effects (which were limited by the technology of the time and thus didn't lead to a CGI wank fest) there are also characters that we meet (and ones that have grown since Terminator) who we can react to emotionally. We can cheer them on, empathise with their plight or hurt with their defeat. This is brilliant entertainment!
Rated 09 Sep 2010
89
97th
Certainly in the conversation for the greatest action/thriller films of all time, T2 is the very rare sequel that actually surpasses the original. But this is more than simply a thriller with its dark and frightening images of the coming apocalypse that the principals are willing to fight tooth and nail and die for in an attempt to prevent. And of course Schwarzenegger's casting as Termi is nothing short of brilliant. If you only watch one suspense/thriller film this year, choose T2.
Rated 09 Jan 2011
100
94th
excellent!
Rated 03 Nov 2011
80
89th
Terminator 2: Judgment Day never quite becomes the complete film that the first Terminator was, but is still a good action film that will keep you entertained. The best part are the special effects, while the worst comes in the form of a couple of character decisions and the fact that our villain, while menacing, doesn't show up often enough to gives us thrills and chills. But there are explosions and gunfights that are well-made, so you'll likely not be disappointed if you watch it.
Rated 13 Mar 2012
100
98th
Probably the best action movie ever made. A smart, intense technical marvel. The fact that the computer effects still look good shows what a difference care makes in this sort of thing.
Rated 10 Oct 2014
80
79th
I don't know why, but I get the feeling I liked the first one a touch more. Don't get me wrong, this one is great with some special effects that still hold up fairly well. I think the first one just had a little more to it, plus the fact that it was a little more (scary?), just a human pitted against one of these killing machines. Still, Arnold controls the screen and is a complete badass.
Rated 17 Aug 2015
100
91st
James Cameron's "The Terminator", the imminent threat of a nuclear holocaust from which intelligent machines will emerge to crush the last vestiges of human existence, Sarah Connor has been institutionalized and separated from her son. Informed of the future, she knows that young John Connor will survive and become leader of the human race. However, the machines of 2029 know it too, and once again they send a cyborg assassin back through time to terminate the potential saviour.

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