Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines 2003
“The machines will rise.”
What is Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines?
Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines is a science fiction action film released in 2003. The story follows John Connor, who had previously saved the world from a catastrophic event known as Judgment Day.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2003
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 109 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 2, 2003
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Studios
- Intermedia Films, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 3 & Produktions, C2 Pictures
- Budget
- $200,000,000
- Revenue
- $435,000,000
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines is a science fiction action film released in 2003. The story follows John Connor, who had previously saved the world from a catastrophic event known as Judgment Day. Connor is now living in hiding, avoiding the use of technology that could be tracked by a computer system. He encounters a new threat in the form of a robotic assassin, referred to as T-X, which is tasked with finishing a mission that a previous robotic assassin, T-1000, had started. A former nemesis of Connor's, a Terminator, returns to aid him in this new crisis, fulfilling a promise made earlier.
Should you watch it?
“A decade after preventing Judgment Day, John Connor must evade a lethal new robotic assassin.”
- intense robotic combat sequences
- return of the iconic Terminator unit
- narrative follows a well-established franchise formula
Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes science fiction action films featuring advanced robotic adversaries.
This film is rated R and contains sequences of science fiction action and violence.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Jonathan Mostow.
Who are the primary stars?
The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Nick Stahl, Claire Danes, and Kristanna Loken.
When was the film released?
The film was released in 2003.
What is the premise of the story?
John Connor must face a new robotic assassin sent to finish a mission while being aided by a returning Terminator unit.
Is this a sequel?
Yes, it is the third installment in the Terminator franchise and a sequel to Terminator 2: Judgment Day.