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Cameron Ditches Schwarzenegger for New Terminator Era
20 Dec
Summary
- James Cameron confirms Arnold Schwarzenegger won't return for future Terminator films.
- A new generation of characters will lead the upcoming Terminator sequels.
- The last film, Terminator: Dark Fate, lost over $120 million at the box office.
Director James Cameron has announced a significant shift for the Terminator franchise, confirming that Arnold Schwarzenegger will not appear in future installments. Cameron revealed his intention to introduce a new generation of characters, emphasizing the need for a broader interpretation of the Terminator concept and time-war narratives. He plans to begin developing the seventh Terminator film after completing promotional duties for 'Avatar: Fire and Ash.'
The director acknowledged the challenges in crafting new stories that remain ahead of current technological advancements. The previous film, 2019's 'Terminator: Dark Fate,' which saw the return of Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton, underperformed at the box office, reportedly losing over $120 million. Cameron has suggested that the ages of the original stars may have contributed to the film's lack of broad appeal.
Cameron, who produced 'Dark Fate' with director Tim Miller, expressed regret over his insistence on including Schwarzenegger, a decision he felt was necessary due to his long-standing friendship with the actor. He believes that while the film could have succeeded with either Hamilton or Schwarzenegger, their combined presence at their ages shifted the perception of the franchise too far into the past for contemporary audiences.
