15 Best Sci-Fi Movie Sequels EVER

Almost every iconic image from Arnie’s most memorable screen role comes from the second instalment of this series, wherein the mostly mute android assassin of James Cameron’s 1984 original became the heroic figure we know and love as he faced down the unforgettable bigger fish threat of Robert Patrick’s stoic T-1000.

Yes, Edward Furlong’s slang may be intensely nineties and this flick features an abominable alternative ending, but there’s no getting around the fact that Judgement Day’s balance of intense action, inventive mythos, and charming comic relief represents a massive improvement on its predecessor.

Featuring what are still some of cinema’s most impressive chases and stunt-filled fight scenes, this instalment heralded in CGI’s seamless integration into big budget blockbuster action, and its explosive set pieces remain untouchable decades on—as does Patrick’s consistently underrated instantly iconic icy cool villain.