IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users46%
Director: Alan Taylor•Genres: Action, Science Fiction, Adventure
In the year 2029, a resistance soldier named Kyle Reese is sent back in time to 2015 to protect Sarah Connor from a reprogrammed Terminator. However, upon arrival, Reese discovers that the past has already been altered by mysterious forces, and he must now team up with a Guardian to ensure Sarah's survival and prevent the rise of Skynet.
Terminator Genisys received mixed to negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment, failing to meet expectations for relaunching the franchise.
While some praised Arnold Schwarzenegger's return as the Terminator, the film was widely criticized for its convoluted plot and lack of originality.
Many reviewers found the rehashed story and altered timeline confusing and ultimately uninspired.
Despite a star-studded cast, the performances were often seen as underserved by the weak script.
Google audience: Audience reviews were divided, with some appreciating the action sequences and Schwarzenegger's presence, while many others found the plot overly complicated and the story a disappointing departure from the original films.
The film's timeline was intentionally altered to create a different narrative path from the original Terminator movies, with the intention of branching off into new sequels.
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