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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.

