The Terminal Man

The Terminal Man

Harry Benson is a brilliant computer scientist. For three minutes a day, he is violently homicidal.

Directed by Mike Hodges

Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures

1974107 min5.4 / 10

A cerebral sci-fi thriller about a man whose attempt to cure himself through technology becomes a descent into violent loss of control, exploring the dangers of medical intervention and the fragility of the self.

As the result of a head injury, brilliant computer scientist Harry Benson begins to experience violent seizures. In an attempt to control the seizures, Benson undergoes a new surgical procedure in which a microcomputer is inserted into his brain. The procedure is not entirely successful.

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Like The Terminal Man

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Terminal Man

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Terminal Man, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Terminal Man, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Terminal Man, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.