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The Terminal Man

1974Movie1 h 47 minPG

Horror
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic415.3Rotten Tomatoes50%37%
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic415.3Rotten Tomatoes50%37%

Summary

As the result of a head injury, brilliant computer scientist Harry Benson begins to experience violent seizures. In an attempt to control the seizures, Benson undergoes a new surgical procedure in which a microcomputer is inserted into his brain. The procedure is not entirely successful.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

24 of 30

Crew

Directed by
Mike Hodges
Written by
Michael Crichton, Mike Hodges
Produced by
Mike Hodges
Music by
Hugh Strain, Glenn Gould, Dan Wallin

Everyone

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Facts

June 19, 1974 · 1 h 47 min · PG

Released
June 19, 1974
Runtime
1 h 47 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
13 countries

Tropes

Adaptation Deviation, The Cuckoolander Was Right, Downer Ending +4

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Terminal Man?"

Questions about The Terminal Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Terminal Man?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Terminal Man from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Terminal Man worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 41).

Is The Terminal Man okay for kids?

PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Will The Terminal Man scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.

Will I feel good after watching The Terminal Man?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 4 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.