Low Budget Films That Made More Than Their Money Back

Published on December 20, 2018 By James Spiro

The Terminator – $6.4 million budget

Much like the Star Wars franchise, it’s hard to believe that the 1984 film was made for only $6.4 million. The film (in case you didn’t know) stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as a cyborg sent back in time to kill the mother of the future army general.

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Orion Pictures

It was, of course, a massive success. It grossed $78 million and four sequels have been made, with a fifth on the way. Today, it is one of the most iconic films ever made.