The Take
Terminator Genisys lands at 78 slop. A committee script full of timeline retcons and reshoots leaves the story dead on arrival despite a few solid action beats.
Arnold returns but the CGI de-aging and effects only highlight how little the film has to say beyond franchise burial.
The Verdict
Skip it. The 78 slop score reflects a franchise reboot that prioritizes timeline gymnastics over coherent storytelling.
A few action sequences cannot salvage the committee-driven mess. Watch the 1984 original instead.
Common Questions
What is Terminator Genisys about?
No. It retcons the original timeline into a new Sarah Connor and John Connor origin story that contradicts prior films.
Why is Terminator Genisys controversial?
Reshoots and heavy timeline changes angered fans who wanted the original continuity respected.
How bad are the plot holes in Terminator Genisys?
Severe. Multiple contradictions stack up faster than the T-1000 can regenerate.
