Arnold Schwarzenegger is an actor synonymous with larger-than-life heroes who defy impossible odds. Whether it’s battling a relentless alien in Predator (1987), taking on killer machines in The Terminator series, or delivering grenade-launcher justice in Commando (1985), Schwarzenegger built his career on movies that combined explosive action with an undeniable sense of fun. Collateral Damage, however, is a somber, sluggish attempt at a political thriller that…
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s filmography is packed with unforgettable moments: the raw, primal power of Conan the Barbarian, the relentless terror of The Terminator, the groundbreaking spectacle of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and the thought-provoking sci-fi of Total Recall. With The 6th Day, you can tell Schwarzenegger is trying to recapture the magic of his earlier science-fiction hits. Unfortunately, this clone-centric thriller feels more like a cheap knockoff…
By the late 1990s, Arnold Schwarzenegger was at an interesting crossroads in his career. After dominating the action genre with films like The Terminator (1984), Predator (1987), and True Lies (1994), audiences had come to expect a certain type of role from him: the invincible action hero, larger-than-life, unstoppable, and morally unshakable. But with End of Days (1999), Arnold took a bold turn, portraying a deeply…
If you grew up in the ‘90s, Batman & Robin is likely burned into your memory—and not just because of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s endless barrage of ice puns. Joel Schumacher’s infamous sequel to Batman Forever (1995) is widely regarded as one of the worst superhero movies ever made, a neon-lit fever dream that took the campiness of Adam West’s Batman TV series, cranked it to 11, and…
Arnold Schwarzenegger might not be the first actor you’d think of for a holiday comedy, but Jingle All the Way proves he can do more than fight aliens and crush robots. Coming off his action-packed career highs in True Lies (1994) and Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), Schwarzenegger trades guns for gifts in this family-friendly romp. The result is a movie that’s undeniably goofy, occasionally charming,…
By 1996, Arnold Schwarzenegger was firmly established as one of the greatest action stars of all time. With films like The Terminator (1984), Predator (1987), and True Lies (1994), Arnold had set the standard for larger-than-life action heroes who delivered thrills, explosions, and unforgettable one-liners. Eraser, directed by Chuck Russell (The Mask, A Nightmare on Elm Street 3), attempts to continue that legacy with a high-concept…
When it comes to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s career, “unexpected” is a word that pops up more often than you’d think. From action-packed juggernauts like The Terminator (1984) to family-friendly comedies like Kindergarten Cop (1990), Arnold has always been willing to take risks, and nowhere is that more evident than in Junior (1994). Directed by Ivan Reitman, who helmed Arnold’s earlier comedies Twins (1988) and Kindergarten Cop, Junior…
When it comes to ranking Arnold Schwarzenegger’s best movies, True Lies (1994) rightfully earns its place as the fourth-best of all time, just behind Predator (1987), Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), and Total Recall (1990), and slightly ahead of the action extravaganza Commando (1985). Directed by James Cameron, the same visionary filmmaker behind T2, True Lies is a thrilling, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt action-comedy that feels…
When Last Action Hero hit theaters in 1993, Arnold Schwarzenegger was at the height of his stardom. Coming off massive hits like Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) and Total Recall (1990), he was Hollywood’s most bankable star, synonymous with over-the-top action, larger-than-life heroes, and unforgettable one-liners. Naturally, a movie that satirized those very tropes, starring Arnold himself, seemed like a recipe for success. But when Last…
