The Terminator (movie, 1984)

About This Movie / Film

Released on October 26, 1984, The Terminator is a seminal work of science fiction and action-horror directed by James Cameron. The film was produced by Hemdale Film Corporation and Pacific Western Productions, and distributed by Orion Pictures. The story follows a relentless cyborg assassin, the T-800 Model 101, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is sent back in time from the year 2029 to hunt down Sarah Connor, portrayed by Linda Hamilton. Her unborn son is destined to lead a resistance against Skynet, a sentient artificial intelligence. Michael Biehn stars as Kyle Reese, the soldier sent to protect her. The film's gritty, noir-inspired atmosphere and groundbreaking practical effects by Stan Winston launched a multi-billion dollar franchise and established Cameron as a powerhouse visionary in Hollywood.

Release Dates

Format Release Date
Theatrical October 26, 1984
VHS May 14, 1985
LaserDisc August 21, 1985
DVD September 3, 1997
Blu-Ray June 27, 2006

Cast

Actor Character
Arnold SchwarzeneggerThe Terminator
Linda HamiltonSarah Connor
Michael BiehnKyle Reese
Paul WinfieldLt. Ed Traxler
Lance HenriksenDetective Vukovich
Bess MottaGinger Ventura
Earl BoenDr. Peter Silberman
Rick RossovichMatt Buchanan
Dick MillerPawn Shop Clerk
Bill PaxtonPunk Leader

Production Crew

Name / Company Role
Orion PicturesDistributor
Hemdale Film CorporationProduction Studio
James CameronDirector / Writer
Gale Anne HurdProducer / Writer
John DalyExecutive Producer
Derek GibsonExecutive Producer
Brad FiedelComposer
Adam GreenbergCinematographer
Mark GoldblattFilm Editor
Stan WinstonSpecial Effects Creator
William Wisher Jr.Additional Dialogue
Gene Warren Jr.Visual Effects Supervisor

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