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Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines

Seen it?

2003 | 109 min | Action, Thriller, Science Fiction

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, sci-fi fans and action fans. If you loved Terminator 2: Judgment Day or The Matrix, start here.
The mood
Tense, mind-bending.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 49 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

It's been 10 years since John Connor saved Earth from Judgment Day, and he's now living under the radar, steering clear of using anything Skynet can trace. That is, until he encounters T-X, a robotic assassin ordered to finish what T-1000 started. Good thing Connor's former nemesis, the Terminator, is back to aid the now-adult Connor … just like he promised.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    70% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.2 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    1 win and 2 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $435 million worldwide on a $200 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jonathan Mostow

  • Arnold SchwarzeneggerThe Terminator
  • Nick StahlJohn Connor
  • Claire DanesKate Brewster
  • Kristanna LokenT-X
  • Earl BoenDr. Peter Silberman
  • David AndrewsRobert Brewster
  • Carolyn HennesyRich Woman
  • Jay AcovoneCop - Westside Street
  • Mark FamigliettiScott Petersen
  • Moira SiniseBetsy