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Terminator 2: Judgment Day

1991·Movie
2h 17min·R
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.6Metacritic759.1Rotten Tomatoes90%95%

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A , sci-fi movie: , but never gory, .

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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It's nothing personal.

Ten years after the events of the original, a reprogrammed T-800 is sent back in time to protect young John Connor from the shape-shifting T-1000. Together with his mother Sarah, he fights to stop Skynet from triggering a nuclear apocalypse.
High-Octane Sci-Fi ActionGroundbreaking CGI MilestoneUnexpected Emotional DepthApocalyptic StakesIconic Villain PerformanceHuman vs. Machine ThemeClassic Blockbuster PacingMemorable SoundtrackFather-Son DynamicCultural Phenomenon

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Directed by:
James Cameron, Vic Armstrong, Gary Davis
Written by:
James Cameron, James Cameron, Gale Anne Hurd
Produced by:
James Cameron, Gale Anne Hurd, Mali Finn
Composed by:
Axl Rose, Gary Rydstrom, Gary Rydstrom

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Questions about Terminator 2: Judgment Day

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Where can I stream Terminator 2: Judgment Day legally?

NetflixPrimefuboTVParamount+KanopyHooplaYouTube TV

Terminator 2: Judgment Day is included with a subscription to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.6, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Terminator 2: Judgment Day rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Terminator 2: Judgment Day?

2 h 17 min

Terminator 2: Judgment Day runs 2 h 17 min.

Will Terminator 2: Judgment Day make me laugh?

Light

A little. The humor is mostly dark humor and sharp wit.

Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Both, in balance. It gives its characters as much weight as its plot.

Can I half-watch Terminator 2: Judgment Day?

Easy watchDemanding

Better with focus. It asks for some attention to follow.

Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Probably. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. There's little romance in it.

Will Terminator 2: Judgment Day scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times. It has some frightening moments.

Will I feel good after watching Terminator 2: Judgment Day?

BleakHopeful

Mixed feelings. It balances dark and hopeful moments.

Do critics and audiences agree on Terminator 2: Judgment Day?

Critics83
Audiences91

Not quite. Audiences rate Terminator 2: Judgment Day higher (91) than critics (83). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Terminator 2: Judgment Day a box office hit?

Budget$102 million
Box office$518 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $102 million to make and earned $518 million worldwide, 5.1 times its budget.

What language is Terminator 2: Judgment Day in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in France, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Terminator 2: Judgment Day?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Terminator 2: Judgment Day in 101 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Terminator 2: Judgment Day use?

Dramatic Ammo DepletionBlack Dude Dies FirstNext Sunday A.D.Contrived CoincidenceHeroic SacrificeAnger Born of WorryFacepalm of DoomNever Hurt an InnocentCentral ThemeLeitmotifBrick JokeSpotting the Threadand 545 more

TV Tropes lists 557 storytelling tropes for Terminator 2: Judgment Day, including Dramatic Ammo Depletion, Black Dude Dies First, Next Sunday A.D..