By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 14, 2026 · Last updated: November 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Terminator Zero is an animated science fiction series released in 2024 that follows a soldier traveling through time to protect a scientist from a cyborg.
Terminator Zero is a 2024 animated series released on Netflix. The show holds a 7.1 TMDB score and a 6.9 IMDb rating.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 14, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 7.1/10 (245 votes)
- IMDb: 6.9/10 (13,996 votes)
- Seasons: 1 seasons, 8 episodes
- Rank among 2024 releases: about #53 of 67
Terminator Zero Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How Terminator Zero Stacks Up
- Among the 67 English-language series that first aired in 2024 with at least 200 TMDB votes, Terminator Zero ranks about #53 by audience score, roughly the top 79 percent.
- Within animation alone, it ranks about #8 of 10 in the same group.
The series ranks at approximately number 53 out of 67 qualifying English-language series released in 2024 based on TMDB scores. Within the animation category, it places eighth out of ten similar projects. Individual episodes for the eight-part season average a 6.3 rating, with Model 108 serving as the highest-rated installment.
Critics vs Audiences
- TMDB audiences give it 7.1/10 across 245 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 4 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 4.8/10 on average (0 positive, 2 mixed, 2 negative among 4 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Some reviewers describe the animation as solid and clean.
- Several TMDB reviewers found it worth catching for fans of the IP.
What reviewers criticize
- Some reviewers mention the story features tedious philosophical, contrived ideals.
- Several TMDB reviewers noted the script relies on lazy, tedious and boring storytelling.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-08 | 4/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-09 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-09 | 4/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Terminator Zero About? (Spoiler-Free)
A warrior arrives from a devastated future to 1997. The mission involves shielding an AI scientist from an unstoppable cyborg assassin.
Terminator Zero at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Yuuya Uchida as Malcolm Lee (voice)
- Hiro Shimono as Kenta (voice)
- Saori Hayami as Misaki (voice)
- Toa Yukinari as Eiko (voice)
- Atsumi Tanezaki as KOKORO / KOKORO SPIRIT / KOKORO MIND / KOKORO HEART (voice)
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Yuuya Uchida and Saori Hayami maintain high averages of 8.5 on TMDB for their recent projects since 2020. Hiro Shimono holds an average score of 8.3 for his work during the same period.
Other recent work from the lead cast of Terminator Zero (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuuya Uchida avg 8.5/10 | Frieren: Beyond Journey's End (2023) | TV | Lord Orden (voice) | 8.8/10 |
| The Misfit of Demon King Academy (2020) | TV | Heavenly Father God NousGalia (voice) | 8.4/10 | |
| My Happy Marriage (2023) | TV | Naoshi Usui (voice) | 8.3/10 | |
| Chainsaw Man (2022) | TV | Violence Fiend (voice) | 8.5/10 | |
| Hiro Shimono avg 8.3/10 | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle (2025) | Movie | Zenitsu Agatsuma (voice) | 8.8/10 |
| My Happy Marriage (2023) | TV | Yoshito Godo (voice) | 8.3/10 | |
| BLUE LOCK (2022) | TV | Julian Loki (voice) | 8.3/10 | |
| Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai (2020) | TV | Deroline (voice) | 8.0/10 | |
| Saori Hayami avg 8.5/10 | JUJUTSU KAISEN (2020) | TV | Tsumiki Fushiguro (voice) | 8.6/10 |
| SPY x FAMILY (2022) | TV | Yor Forger (voice) | 8.5/10 | |
| The Eminence in Shadow (2022) | TV | Elisabeth (voice) | 8.1/10 | |
| Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle (2025) | Movie | Shinobu Kocho (voice) | 8.8/10 |
Season by Season
| Season | First aired | Episodes | Avg episode rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 29, 2024 | 8 | 6.3/10 |
The best-rated season in this sample is season 1 (6.3/10), whose top episode is "Model 108" (6.7/10).
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads |
|---|
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 14, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
Terminator Zero consists of one season spanning eight episodes. It currently holds a status of canceled on Netflix.
It may suit you if:
- Fans of the Terminator franchise interested in an animated perspective.
- Viewers interested in science fiction set in 1990s Japan.
You might skip it if:
- Those looking for highly innovative storytelling.
- Viewers who dislike long-winded exposition.
Shows Like Terminator Zero
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2021) | 7.0/10 | Los Angeles 2032. |
| Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022) | 8.5/10 | In a dystopia riddled with corruption and cybernetic implants, a talented but reckless street kid strives to become a mercenary outlaw — an… |
| Pantheon (2022) | 8.2/10 | A bullied teen receives mysterious help from someone online: a stranger soon revealed to be her recently deceased father, David, whose consciousness… |
| Devil May Cry (2025) | 8.2/10 | In this epic battle of good vs. evil, the lines are blurry as hell. |
| Blood of Zeus (2020) | 7.8/10 | In a brewing war between the gods of Olympus and the titans, Heron, a commoner living on the outskirts of ancient Greece, becomes mankind's best hope… |
| Fena: Pirate Princess (2021) | 7.4/10 | Fena Houtman remembers little about her childhood. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Terminator Zero?
On November 14, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.9/10 from 13,996 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is Terminator Zero one of the best-rated 2024 series?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #53 of 67 English-language titles with at least 200 votes, as of November 14, 2026.
How many seasons does Terminator Zero have?
Terminator Zero has 1 season(s) and 8 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Canceled.
Who stars in Terminator Zero?
Yuuya Uchida, Hiro Shimono, Saori Hayami, Toa Yukinari, Atsumi Tanezaki.
Data checked on November 14, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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