THE TERMINATOR (1984) Movie Poster, Original US One Sheet, SCI-FI
Size US One Sheet Pre '85 (27" x 41")
THE TERMINATOR (1984) Movie Poster, Original US One Sheet, Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton & Michael Biehn, Directed by James Cameron is in Near Mint Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition:...
THE TERMINATOR (1984) Movie Poster, Original US One Sheet, Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton & Michael Biehn, Directed by James Cameron is in Near Mint Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored US One Sheet Movie Poster presents in Near Mint condition, folded as issued. Unused and only very minor handling/edge/fold wear. A fantastically preserved original poster and would make a great addition to any collection.
This poster is currently stored folded and will be shipped in an acid free archival polyproplene bag with acid free archival backing board. This authentic Original US One Sheet, measuring approximately 27 x 41 inches, was produced for the film’s 1984 theatrical release and features the iconic imagery of Arnold Schwarzenegger as the unstoppable cybernetic assassin. The bold artwork and striking tagline have made this design one of the most recognisable pieces of 1980s sci-fi cinema memorabilia, highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
Movie Synopsis
Released in 1984, The Terminator is a groundbreaking science fiction action thriller directed and co-written by James Cameron. The film stars Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role that cemented his status as a global action icon. He plays the Terminator, a relentless cybernetic organism sent back in time from a dystopian future to assassinate Sarah Connor, portrayed by Linda Hamilton. Sarah is an ordinary young woman living in Los Angeles, unaware that her unborn son will one day lead humanity’s resistance against a powerful artificial intelligence known as Skynet.
Also sent back through time is Kyle Reese, played by Michael Biehn, a hardened soldier tasked with protecting Sarah at all costs. As the story unfolds, Sarah is thrust into a terrifying fight for survival, pursued by a machine that feels no pain, no remorse and absolutely will not stop. The film masterfully blends time travel, artificial intelligence and high-stakes action into a tightly constructed narrative that keeps audiences on edge from start to finish.
Made on a modest budget, The Terminator (1984) became a surprise box office success and launched one of the most enduring franchises in cinematic history. James Cameron’s visionary direction, combined with innovative practical effects by Stan Winston, helped create a believable and terrifying cyborg antagonist. Schwarzenegger’s minimal dialogue, including the now-legendary line “I’ll be back,” became instantly iconic and remains one of the most quoted phrases in film history.
Beyond its action sequences, the film explores deeper themes of fate versus free will, humanity’s dependence on technology, and the potential consequences of unchecked technological advancement. Linda Hamilton’s portrayal of Sarah Connor laid the foundation for one of cinema’s most compelling female action heroes, evolving significantly in later instalments.
This original 1984 theatrical release poster captures the raw intensity and futuristic menace that defined the film. A must-have for fans of classic sci-fi, 80s action films, or collectors of authentic movie memorabilia, it represents a pivotal moment in Hollywood history when a low-budget thriller reshaped the genre. Displayed framed, it makes a bold statement piece in any home theatre, office or entertainment space.
To find out more about The Terminator (1984) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes.
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.