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The Terminator (1984)

A machine with no off switch.

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A woman is pursued by a machine sent from the future.

1h 47m · R · Sci-Fi · Action · Mystery · Thriller

The Terminator (1984) movie poster1984

Why pick this tonight?

A compact choice for a science-fiction chase night, with a clear premise and escalating danger.

Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn

Director: James Cameron

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US options recorded Sep 7, 2026

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Film facts & sources

Poster: Rotten Tomatoes film artwork

Original film year: 1984. Recorded streaming release: Jul 5, 2015. That is not the date the movie joined any current subscription service.

First collected Sep 7, 2026. Research scope & saved editions.

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