The series picks up four years after the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day with John and Sarah Connor trying to stay under-the-radar from the government, as they plot to destroy the computer network, Skynet, in hopes of preventing Armageddon.
Set after the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, the series follows Sarah Connor and her teenage son John as they try to evade detection by a new Terminator sent from the future. They are aided by a reprogrammed protector unit named Cameron, and together they fight to prevent the rise of Skynet and ensure John Connor's survival and destiny. The narrative explores the constant struggle against future threats and the emotional toll it takes on the Connor family.
The series received a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its continuation of the Terminator mythos and strong performances, particularly from Lena Headey as Sarah Connor, it faced criticism for its complex and sometimes convoluted storylines, as well as comparisons to the cinematic installments. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the expanded universe and character development.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's successful adaptation of the Terminator concept to a television format, with many enjoying the action sequences and the exploration of Sarah and John Connor's ongoing struggle. Some viewers found the plot developments to be less compelling than the movies, but overall, there was a strong appreciation for the series' premise and its main characters.
Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmy Awards and 3 Saturn Awards.
Summer Glau, who plays the Terminator Cameron, had previously starred as a Terminator-like character (a synthetic android) in the Fox series 'Firefly'.
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