Terminator 2: Judgment Day Review (1991) — 85% Celluloid Score
Directed by James Cameron · 1991 ·
Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day worth watching?
Yes. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as इन्साफ का दिन Terminator 2: El juicio final Terminator 2 : Le Jugement dernier Terminator 2 - Tag der Abrechnung O Exterminador do Futuro 2: O Julgamento Final ターミネーター2 터미네이터 2: 심판의 날 终结者2：审判日
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Where to watch Terminator 2: Judgment Day by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Indonesia | Catchplay |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | Paramount+, Sky Cinema, StudioCanal Presents |
| United States | Prime Video, fuboTV, Paramount+, YouTube TV |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (88/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (82/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.6/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded action, thriller, sci-fi pick
Not ideal for
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Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day worth watching?
Yes — Terminator 2: Judgment Day earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, thriller, sci-fi pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
IMDb Top 250 #28 (8.6/10) — Terminator 2: Judgment Day remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Terminator 2: Judgment Day about?
Ten years after the events of the original, a reprogrammed T-800 is sent back in time to protect young John Connor from the shape-shifting T-1000. Together with his mother Sarah, he fights to stop Skynet from triggering a nuclear apocalypse.
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Critic Reviews
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) Review: Action Perfected
★★★★½
Terminator 2: Judgment Day is James Cameron's landmark sci-fi action sequel, a relentless chase with groundbreaking effects and a surprising emotional core.
Yes. It remains one of the greatest action films ever made, essential for genre fans and first-timers alike, even if a few sentimental beats and one-liners have dated.
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Terminator 2: Judgment Day: frequently asked questions
Is Terminator 2: Judgment Day worth watching?
Yes. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) has a Celluloid Score of 85%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
In the United States, Terminator 2: Judgment Day streams on Prime Video, fuboTV, Paramount+, YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Catchplay in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; Paramount+, Sky Cinema, StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
Terminator 2: Judgment Day runs 2 hours 17 minutes (137 minutes).
What is Terminator 2: Judgment Day rated?
Terminator 2: Judgment Day is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, M in Australia and R in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
Terminator 2: Judgment Day is directed by James Cameron and stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong, Robert Patrick, Earl Boen.
What is the Metascore for Terminator 2: Judgment Day?
Metacritic's Metascore for Terminator 2: Judgment Day is 82 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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