“Terminator Zero,” the highly anticipated anime series, is set to premiere on Netflix later today. Ahead of its release, the streaming giant has unveiled the first six minutes of the show, along with two striking new visuals. The series is a collaboration between Production I.G and Skydance Television, with Masashi Kudo directing and Mattson Tomlin serving as the showrunner. Comprising eight episodes, “Terminator Zero” debuts on August 29, a date famously known as “Judgment Day” in the Terminator franchise.
Watch the Opening Scene
Fans can now watch the intense first six minutes of the series, which have been made available online, providing a gripping preview of what’s to come.
New Visuals Revealed
Alongside the video, two new visuals have been released, further building anticipation for the show’s launch.
Voice Cast and Storyline
The English voice cast for “Terminator Zero” boasts a star-studded lineup, including:
Timothy Olyphant as The Terminator
Andre Holland as Malcolm
Sonoya Mizuno as Eiko
Rosario Dawson as Kokoro
Ann Dowd as The Prophet
Netflix describes the series as a dramatic blend of past and future timelines. Set in 2022, the story revolves around a devastating war between humanity and a relentless army of machines. Flashbacks to 1997 reveal the origins of this conflict when the AI Skynet became self-aware and initiated its assault on humanity. The narrative follows a soldier sent back in time to 1997, tasked with protecting Malcolm Lee, a scientist developing a new AI system intended to counter Skynet’s threat. As Malcolm grapples with the ethical dilemmas surrounding his creation, he and his family are targeted by an unstoppable assassin from the future, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle that could alter the course of history.
Significance of August 29: ‘Judgment Day’
The premiere date, August 29, is a nod to the iconic “Judgment Day” referenced in Terminator 2, the day when Skynet becomes self-aware and launches its catastrophic attack on humanity.
With its powerful storyline, compelling characters, and cutting-edge animation, “Terminator Zero” promises to be a must-watch event for fans of the franchise and anime enthusiasts alike.