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Arnold Schwarzenegger

personactive32 mentionsFirst seen Aug 13, 2019Last seen Mar 6, 2026

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Arnold Schwarzenegger is an actor best known for his roles in 1980s action films, particularly Predator (1987) and Terminator. He has been featured in pinball games based on these films, including Predator Pinball by Pinball Brothers and a Terminator pinball game where he recorded voiceover lines. His involvement in pinball is constrained by licensing restrictions, particularly regarding the use of his likeness in close-ups, though his original voice and audio performances are utilized.

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  • affiliated_withTerminator 2Voice samples and likeness featured in the gamemedium

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Claims (3)

  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger refused to record pinball voice lines initially, saying he wouldn't hire substitute voices

    Source: Chris GrannerEpisode 96 - Pinball Composer w/ Chris Granner
  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger is unavailable for Predator due to legal dispute with Disney

    Source: Ron (informed industry knowledge)Episode 252 – Artificial Intelligence
  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger recorded custom voiceover work specifically for the T2 pinball machine

    Source: Dave#58 Terminator 2 - The Classic Pinball Podcast

Recent Mentions (32)

  • Actor who personally recorded all speech calls for Terminator 2 pinball machine after rejecting sound-alike voice actors.

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  • Character portrayed by Ian in Twippies Conan bit inspired by Robert Smigel's original SNL sketch performances

    TWIPYs: Behind the Scenes | Don Wants to Buy a Pokemon w/Ian and ColinMar 6, 2026
  • Actor featured in Last Action Hero film and pinball game based on it.

    The Pinball Show Episode 178 BONUS: Dennis' Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines Of All Time From Each Company Part 2 (Data East & Sega)Jul 12, 2025
  • Actor; provided voice call-outs for Terminator 2 pinball machine (designed by Chris Granner)

    Deep Dive: The Addams Family PREVIEWApr 6, 2024
  • Actor who provided custom voiceover samples for T2 including 'Fire at Will' and 'Get the stupid jackpot'; licensed IP integration with the machine

    #58 Terminator 2 - The Classic Pinball PodcastJul 27, 2021
  • Featured in Pinball Brothers' Predator game

    Episode 1091: "Leave The Woke BS Out of Pinball"

Contradictions

  • Existing: Schwarzenegger recorded voiceover lines for Terminator pinball game in his film trailervsConflicting: Episode 96 describes this as 'Terminator voiceover lines for pinball game in his film trailer' with ad-libbed profanity, which is unclear whether the voiceover was recorded specifically for the pinball game or repurposed from trailer/film materials
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Original voice/likeness appears to be used in Predator Pinball (mention 1)vsConflicting: Licensing restrictions prevent closeup facial usage despite movie clips and narrative framing (mention 4)
    Expert: merged definition Expert: merged definition
    Resolved
    merged · Mar 2, 2026

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May 16, 2025
  • Actor from Predator film; absent from pinball game; licensing issue resulted in original gameplay video removal

    Episode 1108: "Kaneda's Brutally Hilarious Takedown of Predator Gameplay Video"Jun 26, 2025
  • Actor/IP element potentially missing from Predator pinball; his inclusion seen as critical to game success

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  • Star of 1987 Predator film; central to rumored Predator pinball theme.

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  • Actor/star of original Predator film (1987); film used as basis for Pinball Brothers' upcoming machine.

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  • Actor discussed in context of Terminator franchise and physical appearance as infiltrator unit

    F*@kit Friday! Lions in trees to National Lampoon stuff!Jan 10, 2020
  • Actor; recorded voiceover for Terminator 2 pinball game at film set, delivered the improvised 'fuck you asshole' line

    Chris GrannerAug 13, 2019
  • Actor from 1987 Predator film; his likeness restricted in game due to licensing limitations beyond Pinball Brothers' control

    Pinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!Jun 18, 2025
  • Star of original Predator film; his absence from pinball game is central complaint; licensing/cost cited as barrier to involvement

    Predator #pinball first impressions - WHERES ARNOLD?!?! and MORE borrowed ideas from other games?!?!Jun 21, 2025
  • Actor/public figure; likeness used without permission in Predator promotional footage

    Episode 1106: "GET TO DA LAWYERS...NOW.... RUN!!!!"Jun 20, 2025
  • Original actor from Last Action Hero movie; voice callouts incorporated into custom audio mix

    PinSound - The Cap'n Mix for Last Action Hero PinballJun 24, 2020
  • Actor in Predator film (1987); absent from pinball machine despite being iconic star; host's primary criticism of game

    PNP 626- Predator: Top 5 Rad& 1 VERY BadJun 19, 2025
  • Star of Predator film; licensing constraints limit his representation on game playfield and artwork

    EP 1 - Predator Pinball First ImpressionsJun 20, 2025
  • Star of 1987 Predator film; involved in licensing dispute with Disney that prevents use of close-up shots in Predator Pinball artwork

    Pinball Brothers Launch Predator PinballJun 18, 2025
  • Original Predator film star; licensing rights cost prohibitive ($10M+); Dutch character voiced by soundalike in game instead

    DPP #196 "Predator: Explained"Jun 19, 2025
  • Star of 1987 Predator film; subject of Disney licensing restriction preventing close-up imagery in pinball game

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News Bonus PINcast Predator RevealJun 18, 2025
  • Actor in original 1987 Predator film; his close-ups and voice unavailable for Predator Pinball licensing; voice actors being used as placeholders

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast June 2025 recapJul 1, 2025
  • Actor; subject of Predator licensing dispute; Kaneda claims Pinball Brothers coded Arnold without finalizing license deal, making it illegal

    Saturday Morning Spectacular Take 2Jun 21, 2025
  • Actor whose likeness unavailable for Predator pinball due to licensing; face is blurred in gameplay footage

    BDYETP 94: Potter Vs. Predator | Halls of Shame | Uncanny X-Men ReviewJun 29, 2025
  • Actor from Predator film; cannot be used in pinball due to licensing dispute between Arnold and Disney (20th Century Fox acquirer)

    Episode 252 – Artificial IntelligenceJul 11, 2025
  • Actor in Terminator films; provided voice callouts for T3 pinball; appears multiple times (10+) throughout game art and cabinet

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  • Actor central to multiple dream themes (Conan, Predator); Genghis expresses strong fandom and personal influence from Predator

    We are Pinball Episode 2.1 My TOP 10 Pinball Themes (filler episode)Jun 14, 2024
  • Lead actor in 1987 Predator film; licensing restrictions prevent closeup facial usage in game despite movie clips and narrative framing around Dutch character

    Predator Pinball by Pinball BrothersJun 18, 2025
  • Star of 1987 Predator film; referenced for nostalgic value and physical feats of strength in era films

    Podcasting in the Dark + Predator Pinball!Nov 7, 2025
  • Actor who recorded Terminator voiceover lines for pinball game in his film trailer, ad-libbed out-of-character profanity

    Episode 96 - Pinball Composer w/ Chris GrannerAug 18, 2025
  • Featured in Predator Pinball with 'Get to the Chopper' multiball sequence; original voice/likeness appears to be used

    Predator Pinball - First Look at Gameplay VideoJun 26, 2025
  • Actor from Predator film; present in game via audio but not in close-ups per licensing restrictions

    Kaneda Reacts To Predator After It Leaked 4 Hours AgoJun 18, 2025