The Terminator, a science fiction film directed by James Cameron, was released in theaters.
Principal photography for The Terminator took place, involving shooting scenes and production work.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was cast in the iconic role of The Terminator.
The nuclear war initiated by Skynet, leading to the devastation of humanity and the rise of the machines.
Human survivors organize under John Connor to fight against the machines and Skynet's control.
John Connor sends Kyle Reese back in time to protect his mother, Sarah Connor, from the assassin Terminator.
Skynet sends a Terminator back in time to 1984 to kill Sarah Connor before she can give birth to John Connor.
The Terminator arrives in Los Angeles and starts searching for Sarah Connor.
Kyle locates Sarah and warns her about the Terminator and the future war.
The Terminator attacks the police station where Sarah is being held, attempting to kill her.
Sarah and Kyle flee from the Terminator, culminating in a final battle at a factory.
Kyle detonates a hydraulic press to destroy the Terminator, sacrificing himself in the process.
Sarah realizes she is pregnant with John Connor, the future resistance leader.
