Red Stewart presents Terminator 3 vs. Terminator: Dark Fate…
No franchise outside of Star Wars has produced as many polarizing sequels as the Terminator series. Unlike other sci-fi classics like Alien and RoboCop where the follow-ups became objectively worse, Terminator has always generated a mixed response.
Purists who subscribe to the “if it’s not Cameron, it’s not canon” model claim that the series ended after Terminator 2: Judgment Day. There are others who say that the latest release Terminator: Dark Fate should be recognized for having Cameron’s name attached to it after a long delay. And still there are more fans who say the last numbered title, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, was the true finale.
You can accept whatever canon you want, but for our money, we believe that, as far as endgames go, Terminator 3 ended up being a much better sequel to the much acclaimed Judgment Day over the long-delayed Dark Fate.
On the film’s 18th anniversary today, check out our reasons why below, and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video content…
Terminator: Dark Fate is directed by Tim Miller (Deadpool), with James Cameron producing, and sees Arnold Schwarzenegger (T-800) and Linda Hamilton (Sarah Connor) reprising their roles alongside new cast additions Mackenzie Davis (Blade Runner 2049), Natalia Reyes (Lady), Diego Boneta (Pretty Little Liars) and Gabriel Luna (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.).
