Rumor: New Terminator 2 Release Coming Soon?

Posted February 6, 2009 01:49 PM by Josh Dreuth


Retailers have been alerted to a new Blu-ray release of 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' with no release date. An "Endo Skull Edition" release was also revealed, indicating a possible limited edition version in the works as well. Now, we normally do not report on placeholders, but being that a new Terminator film is due for theatrical release this May, and industry insiders have mentioned a possible new release, we can say its a safe bet that a new Blu-ray release is on its way. As mentioned, no firm date (or specs, for that matter) have been released, but you can bet that the studios love for timing home video releases with theatrical releases won't be lost here - a May date is looking very probable. Originally released by Lionsgate in 2006, the current Blu-ray release of 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' features an MPEG-2 video encode accompanied by a 6.1 DTS-ES soundtrack. Most likely, this new release will feature an AVC video encode along with a DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, which should yield a tangible upgrade on both fronts. Stayed tuned as we wait for official word from the studio.
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Keiths Light

Feb 06, 2009

Glad i did'nt buy the other one now.

I could be some knob and scream "First".

This new Terminator 2 offering was a given, I knew this would happen as soon as Terminator Salvation was announced. I would not be surprised if a new release for the first film is planned as well, and possibly a box set containing all the films too. I didn't purchase the first Terminator films on Blu-Ray because I had read the quality of them were pretty poor so this new edition at least, if true, will be for more most defiantly. Hopefully Cameron has an involvement in it, my guess is it is planned for release in the Fall when Salvation hits Blu-Ray/DVD.

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that1guystudios

Feb 06, 2009

Great...I almost bought this for $9.99 the other day, and then I thought to myself...
"Nah, just wait for the double dip in 7.1 DTS-MA. Surely they will double-dip this
for a tie-in to the new Terminator film being released."

Looks like I'm one smart cookie!

chad_1138

Feb 06, 2009

I would like to see the DTS-HD as well as the extended cut of the film. I've put off upgrading my DVD for the extended cut on blu.

surfdude12

Feb 06, 2009

lossless audio??? sweet!!

AVC encode?? sweet!! clear up that opening bar scene with the biker dude!!!

GVD_Psamtik

Feb 06, 2009

All of the previous releases of T2 on high-def (whether it be Blu-Ray or HD-DVD) have been disappointing. Mostly because the master they've used is almost six-years-old. If Lionsgate decides to double-dip the movie, let's hope they create a new master.

Also while they're at it, maybe MGM can take another shot at the first Terminator. Its current disc is one of those rare titles where the DVD actually looks better than its Blu-Ray counterpart.

kefrank

Feb 06, 2009

I have been patiently awaiting a release of the Director's Cut with lossless. Glad to hear my patience will most likely be rewarded this year.

Marine Mike

Feb 06, 2009

Considering how much I really enjoy this movie, I do not mind double dipping considering how much the first Terminator 2 Blu-ray release sucks.

vanscottie

Feb 06, 2009

I'll take upgrades on all three, they're some of my favorite films and the first thing I read about their blu rays was that they weren't very good at all...so I been waitin too

qube

Feb 06, 2009

Bah, I knew I should have waited. Especially since I prefer the Director's Cut to the Theatrical.

Oh well, I only paid $12 bucks or so for my first T2 release, I'll probably just double-dip now. Damn, they got me...

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Gamma_Winstead

Feb 06, 2009

the DVD of T1 is NOT at all the quality of T1. T1 looks and sounds great. I watched it last night.
It certaintly can look better though.

Xorp

Feb 06, 2009

The improvement with a new video encode will be very small, the transfer is crap and the movie needs a new one badly.

bandit29

Feb 06, 2009

Of course..I've only had the JP T2 steelbook about a month..FYI that encode is AVC with Dolby True HD.

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nathanp

Feb 06, 2009

I don't have T2 or T1 on blu yet, looks like I soon will!

BuDz211

Feb 06, 2009

Thank goodness I did not buy the first release. I can't wait to see the T-1000 morph in HD.

FIDDYPOP

Feb 06, 2009

I purchased all the Terminator movies. I may double dip.

Meeklo

Feb 06, 2009

This will be a first day buy for me if it includes the "Ultra Extended Maximum Director's Cut" version. (Preferably without entering any kind of code to get to it would be nice too.)

I do like the fact it says the pre-order from Amazon is available for $122.99, must be a hell of a BD.

Nathan P

Feb 06, 2009

There have been several comments about t1 in the insider threads, but to sum up its about as good as it can get.

ranma

Feb 06, 2009

I am ok for double dip this one.
The previous release are lack of director'cut and having horrible transfer.

Kinsella5

Feb 06, 2009

Meeklo, I wouldn't take stock in that Amazon price being correct, I remember Circuit City.com had a Blu-Ray listed at pre-order for $10,000, which clearly was a typo so Amazon is probably the same situation.

LynchFan

Feb 06, 2009

I LOVE the Terminator series but I'm not sure what to do here. Surely they will release a boxed set, either of the original trilogy or after Salvation comes out some sort of 4 pack. The problem is, Bale signed up for a new trilogy, so do I wait for an inevitable boxed set, even knowing that in 5-6 years there will be the "super fancy ultimate extreme deluxe boxed set" or go for instant gratification??

I think for "Ahnold", I might just have to buy it the day it comes out and get a few good years out of it before the inevitable double dip (I've already owned it on VHS and al three DVD releases so why not??).

Also...the Directors Cut is a turd...the bonus sequence with Michael Biehn is SO BAD...it's laughable! Still love these movies to death though...

VonZippa

Feb 06, 2009

Finally some news actually worth reading? I can hardly believe it.

It better...

1 - contain all the extra scenes and not just be the theatrical version
2 - actually be worthy of the blu-ray format, unlike the previous release
3 - not be priced above $20

... or no buy.

kdn1221

Feb 06, 2009

I don't think a box set would be a possibility since the movies are from different studios.

thetoyaddict

Feb 06, 2009

I have the UK T2 Blu-ray (import) which is encoded with VC-1 and has a 5.1 DTS-HD MA. I will only double-dip if the new US version comes with a 7.1 DTS-HD MA and hi-bit encode.

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nycomet

Feb 06, 2009

Sounds like the new T2 master will blow away the Japan and UK versions.

three11phil

Feb 06, 2009

DAMMMMMIIIIIITTTTTTTTTTTT.......already bought the "BONE DRY" edition......hello trade in

Sussudio

Feb 06, 2009

i bought 1 and 2, i'll buy them again

HD Man

Feb 06, 2009

Glad I waited on this!!! But I will read reviews b4 picking this baby up!!

Darth_Bane

Feb 06, 2009

I will definitely double this, as I have been waiting for a good release of the second movie. I have had it for quite a while now and this new release should be awesome, especially if there is a limited edition one.

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David Craig

Feb 06, 2009

I've already bought.

But "I'll be back" for the double dip

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RoboDan

Feb 06, 2009

Eagerly anticipating this new release! Thanks for the heads up.

tru blu

Feb 06, 2009

Excellent. I'm glad I held of the first release.

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bhampton

Feb 06, 2009

I got Terminator and T2 really cheap... and Sara Conner too. I'll upgrade the movies if the new version
is better.

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STARSCREAM

Feb 06, 2009

I bet they re-release all 3 of them, possibly in a box set as well. The 3rd doesn't have lossless audio so I bet they are gonna re-release it with lossless at the same time as this new T2. If so, count me in!

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fettastic

Feb 06, 2009

How many times do I have to buy this movie? 1) VHS collector's edition 2) Widescreen laserdisc 3) special edition LD 4) Ultimate box set LD 5) Ultimate DVD 2-disc 6) Extreme Edition DVD 7) Blu-ray. At least I didn't get the super-duper HD DVD.

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audioquest

Feb 06, 2009

About frickn' time. I'm glad I didn't buy the current POS BD version out there now. The only decent HD version of this movie available right now is the Studio Canal or German release HD DVD.

The new version better include the Special Extended Edition and all the features from the Ultimate Edition and Extreme Edition DVDs.

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davcole

Feb 06, 2009

I hope that they re-issue new versions of both THE TERMINATOR and TERMINATOR 2 and for those who want it a proper version of TERMINATOR 3.

As for T2, i'm expecting a new remaster with an AVC encode along with a 7.1 DTSMA track. I am hoping they will take advantage of seamless branching and give us both the theatrical and extended versions.

Maverick785

Feb 06, 2009

It was only a matter of time. GREAT news-this is probably my favorite movie!!!

Sean4000

Feb 06, 2009

This is a watershed FX film, a first in many ways. This new transfer had batter do it justice or no sale!

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indiephantom

Feb 06, 2009

Held off on all them so far...will buy this film at least once more in my life. Wish the first one was being redone, too.

The TRUST

Feb 06, 2009

I'm so glad I held off buying T2. I bought T1 & T3 though.

I've bought so many T2s over the year. I owned the VHS version, 2 Laserdisc versions and 2 DVD versions. I was so disappointed with the BD release that I was boycotting it until they re-release a true extended version of it.

This is great news!

EvolutionCherry

Feb 06, 2009

If this is equal or more than the Ultimate Edition DVD, I'm on it!

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mugupo

Feb 06, 2009

About time, Terminator deserve much better treatment of transfer.

sonnyworld85

Feb 06, 2009

Good news! There will probably be another 2 or 3 more editions of T2 on Blu-ray I'm sure.

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ghebert

Feb 06, 2009

Unless it is DTS HD MA and special edition with extra footage, it will be a no buy for me. I bought the initial blu-ray release and sold it in hopes that the director's cut would someday be released.

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Canada

Feb 06, 2009

Que Tom Petty, The Waiting. Been waiting until Lionsgate did this correctly, for almost 2 years. This release even though it's catalogue is going to be huge. I'll be there first day with bells on.

bassbone57

Feb 06, 2009

T2 is one of my all time favorites. I have two or three versions on DVD, but I waited on the blu because you knew this movie would get at least one or two special editions on blu. I'm very glad I waited and it will be a day one purchase for me.

I can't wait!

-K

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Irrob

Feb 06, 2009

Double dip is a no-brainer. We all know this is coming.

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Rantlers

Feb 06, 2009

If its significantly better than the UK release, I'll have to get it. This is one of those movies I need the absolute best version of! Hopefully we'll get re-release of T3 with lossless audio. I can't wait to hear that car chase scene, especially the crash at the end!

BrianAgenda

Feb 06, 2009

I did buy the current Blu-ray release, and got rid of it pretty fast. I'll definitely buy a new version if the video and audio qualify lives up to the format.

Freis968

Feb 06, 2009

T1 did not impress me on BD, I never bought T2, I knew that something was happening when they
were practically giving it away all the time.

theboffer

Feb 06, 2009

I could be tempted to double dip if movie cash to see Terminator Salvation was included. Shouldn't we have a naming contest for "Super Extended Limited Collector's Edition Director's Cut" that this release might be called?

theboffer

Feb 06, 2009

Oh yeah, I forgot the word Extreme. That would make it the "Extreme Super Extended Limited Collector's Edition Director's Cut."

SellmeyourDVD

Feb 06, 2009

I got T2 for the holidays, I still havnt even opened it yet..... Maybe I should sell it.....

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Shanester

Feb 06, 2009

I just picked up T1 but held off on 2 & 3 duet o NO lossless audio!

Let's hope this is resolved

What say you Mr Cameron???

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bajor27

Feb 06, 2009

If it has both the thearical and extended cuts + lossless audio it'll be a day 1 purchase for me

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ThatArtGuy

Feb 06, 2009

Yeah, I'd like both cuts, as I prefer the theatrical, but like to see the extra scenes in the movie every once in awhile.

Minimejer05

Feb 06, 2009

Finally! Im so buying that when it comes out.

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saginawjuggalo

Feb 06, 2009

I hate double dips as I feel studios should be working at getting new content to the format but this is one DD I can't wait for! Terminator 2 is one of my all-time favorite movies! The current US version is horrible. Here's to hoping Lionsgate does T2 justice this time! I'm hoping for a feature filled 50GB with 7.1

Trebar

Feb 06, 2009

Glad I held off. Already had the LD and collectors edition. Hopefully this will be a fully loaded edition that made the wait worthwhile.

Mr. Joshua

Feb 06, 2009

Hmmm will it be the director's cut? I wonder.... This is ponderous man... really ponderous...

Mr.White

Feb 06, 2009

double dip please!

vanishingpoint

Feb 07, 2009

I would've already bought this one if not for the audio.

LeBougre

Feb 07, 2009

It will still be released by Lionsgate ? or an other studio ?

Thanks

shawnmos

Feb 07, 2009

This is the reason I have been holding out on buying T2 on Blu-ray, even when it got down to $8 at one point. I want the director's cut.

Frydazechyld

Feb 07, 2009

Still one of the best action movies ever made. The extended edition is vastly superior. I hope that they bring out a 16:9 version. I had the video 4:3 and the widescreen version also. Jim, you lose things in both versions - give us the proper framing mate. Slightly geeky rant! Oh yeah - and do something about the grain issue.

will_ares

Feb 07, 2009

i live i australia and got the T2 Blu-ray. im very satisfied with it. its the director's cut, and is the same as the UK blu-ray (Universal/Studio Canal).
I hope they re-release T3. I'd get it if Warner makes it 1080p with lossless audio.
If not... hopefully Sony (who distribute the film outside the U.S) will master their own blu-ray version.

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Irrob

Feb 07, 2009

Who's the loser that keeps hitting the minus button on everyone's post? That's fascist. As for the rumor, it would make perfect sense to release this and a new version of T3 in conjunction with T Salvation. I'll be looking out for it then.