Terminator Movies In Order
The Terminator movie series, originally starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, is a timeless science fiction film. It takes place in a world where computers have become self-aware, and have grouped together to eliminate their only perceived threat: humanity. Since its inception in 1984, this series has continued with six feature films, most recently Terminator: Dark Fate (2019). In total, the franchise has netted its makers billions of dollars, making this an extremely successful series. The original Terminator movie remains one of the most celebrated science fiction films.
If you haven’t seen any of the movies yet, you should watch the Terminator movies in order. The first three in the set are arguably a trilogy and follow a chronological timeline. Terminator Salvation (2009) moves the story into the future war, while Terminator Genisys (2015) and Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) explore different continuations of the story. However, I would not recommend starting at T2 or T3 because T1 acts as a precursor. If you’re going to binge watch the series, definitely start on the first one and watch them in order, by release date.
Alongside of movies, the Terminator also made a brief appearance on television. Starting in 2008 and ending the following year, “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles” followed the events that transpired after “Terminator 2”. The series focused on Sarah and John and the events that followed after the explosion at the Cyberdyne.
| Movie Order | Trailers |
|---|---|
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| The Terminator (1984) |  |
| Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) | |
| Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) | |
| Terminator Salvation (2009) | |
| Terminator Genisys (2015) | |
| Terminator 6 (2017) | |
| Terminator 7 (2018) | |
| Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) | |
Dark Fate brought Linda Hamilton back as Sarah Connor, a role she had last played on screen in Terminator 2. It follows the events of that movie rather than the sequels that came after it. That gives viewers another path through the story: The Terminator, Terminator 2, and then Dark Fate.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of terminator or all you know about it is Arnold’s catch phrase, “I’ll Be Back”, one thing is clear: this series has left a lasting mark. With rave reviews, amazing box office earnings, and a dedicated fan base, Terminator has cemented its way well into the future of movie classics.
Michael Wicks July 27, 2019
I just hope they do not go overboard with this brilliant franchise & produce too many movies (like the Star Wars movies), as people will lose interest due to the fact that the story can only go so-far. There has to be an end eventually.
Pete March 28, 2016
I think a Terminator TV series is bad for the Terminator movie franchise for more movie projects in the future I think it will waterwash it a bit and if Tv series isn’t successful it might loose interest to some Terminator fans as they keep releasing new Terminator movies.JS
jamie skarban August 13, 2015
This movie series are the beast. But if that will be coming in our fuher we will be prepared to do when it will happen. It is in my top 10 movies I love so much. And I wish it is all real so I can fight for what is right to make the world a beater place for all.
Brittany Bruegeman August 3, 2015
I live the series, I think they should do more of the series
kingofassholes August 3, 2015
They all good. 1 was almost a “B” movie, but still enjoyable. I had to watch Salvation twice. I still don’t understand why the Leaders on the Sub wouldn’t listen to John Conner. They knew what he and Sarah went through to get him there. The future may not be written, but the outcome seems to be pretty much the same. The some of best parts are, the car chases.
What’s next, a Reboot? Arnold isn’t getting any younger.