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Season 1 – Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles

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Tired of fleeing from both killers from the future and law officers in the present day, Sarah Connor resolves to go on the offensive against whatever new technological enemies may travel back in time to murder her teen son, John, who is destined to become the savior of mankind. Sarah and John find unexpected allies in Cameron, an enigmatic student at John's school, and FBI agent James Ellison.
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Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles — Season 1

Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles — Season 1

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Lena Headey brings the requisite grit to ground this fight for the future, even though The Sarah Connor Chronicles' budgetary constraints can't hope to match the pyrotechnic polish of the Terminator franchise's cinematic outings.

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Ellen Gray Philadelphia Inquirer Jan 28, 2020
I was kind of jazzed by the estrogen-fueled drama of "The Sarah Connor Chronicles," which, when you set aside the robots from the future, is really just a story about a woman trying to protect her only son. Go to Full Review Joanne Ostrow Denver Post Jan 28, 2020
Large-scale fun, terrific effects and a rich mythology all pull in this show's favor, not to mention the lack of other fresh scripted fare on the networks at the moment. Go to Full Review Brian Lowry Variety Apr 16, 2018
Strategically it all makes perfect sense, provided that Friedman and company can continue meeting the daunting task of oiling the tracks on this thrill ride. Go to Full Review Peter Canavese Groucho Reviews Apr 21, 2020
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Though [Lena] Headey will never be Linda Hamilton, the series has a solid cast, stylish production values and, under its belt, a season that demonstrates great potential. Go to Full Review Vic Holtreman Screen Rant Jan 28, 2020
There were more plot holes in this thing than those in a piece of swiss cheese. Go to Full Review Americ Ngwije TV Equals Jan 28, 2020
The pilot episode is one hour of action packed, tension building moments that culminate in a pretty cool ending. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Rodrigo A @RT66262868 Jun 28, 2026 Best Thing Since Terminator 2 See more Dospi A @RT28787076 Sep 19, 2024 Epic show, too bad it was not renewed... See more Tommy T @doomtomb Sep 8, 2024 I'm 7 episodes in of the 9 episode season. It is quite boring. See more Richard J @RT43988953 Jun 19, 2024 Somehow better than any of the big-screen follow-ups to T2. But could they really not get ANY of the original actors back, even for roles like Dr. Silberman or Miles Dyson's wife? See more Ryan C @rccutler Dec 14, 2022 This is one of the best shows ever made. It's a must see if you like the first two movies. See more Feb 23, 2022 An excellent cast, good action scenes despite the limited television budget and an excellent story make this series the third best installment in the saga. See more Read all reviews
Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles — Season 1

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Lena Headey

Sarah Connor

Thomas Dekker

John Connor

Summer Glau

Cameron Phillips

Richard T. Jones

James Ellison

Brian Austin Green

Derek Reese

Garret Dillahunt

Cromartie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 13, 2008 Pilot Sarah takes her son, John, to a small town in New Mexico, where he befriends the person who will become his protector. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 14, 2008 Gnothi Seauton Sarah, John and Cameron infiltrate a resistance safe-house and discover they are not alone; agent Ellison realizes that Sarah is still alive; a dangerous person from Sarah's past reawakens. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 21, 2008 The Turk Sarah calls on Miles Dyson's widow in her quest to find Skynet's creators; John and Cameron make brave attempts to fit in on their first day at the new high school. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 4, 2008 Heavy Metal When Sarah, Cameron and John track down stolen cargo, they become separated, which leads John to discover that the future is less safe than he hoped; agent Ellison's murder investigation leads him to an interesting suspect. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 21, 2009 Queen's Gambit When Sarah re-evaluates the capability of Andy's computer, she worries about where it could lead; Sarah meets a stranger whose history is tied to hers; agent Ellison discovers remnants from a terminator battle. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 18, 2008 Dungeons & Dragons In and out of consciousness and fighting for his life, a stranger remembers his life in the future and his battle against the machines; Sarah tries to explain the past to Charley. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 25, 2008 The Demon Hand A dossier Sarah finds from her stay at the mental hospital leads her to doomsday-convert Dr. Silverman; Ellison's discovery puts him in danger. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 12, 2009 Vick's Chip John defends Cameron against an accusation by Derek; Sarah gets too close to a terminator. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 3, 2008 What He Beheld Sarah and Derek attempt a business transaction with a dubious businessman; John and Cameron find themselves in a dangerous situation during a school trip; Ellison discovers a nemesis at the agency. Details

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Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
David Nutter, Matt Earl Beesley
Screenwriter
Natalie Chaidez
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 13, 2008
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