Number of Films Bill Paxton Made with Michael Biehn
Bill Paxton and Michael Biehn appeared together in exactly 2 major films. The first was the 1984 science fiction film The Terminator, and the second was the 1986 action sequel Aliens. Both films are among the most recognized projects of their careers and are frequently cited in film databases and industry sources such as the Internet Movie Database IMDb.
While Paxton and Biehn worked together on only these two feature films, their on-screen collaboration is often discussed in film history articles and retrospectives. Their pairing is noted for combining Paxton's intense supporting roles with Biehn's disciplined portrayal of military and law enforcement characters.
Details of the Shared Films
The Terminator, directed by James Cameron, cast Biehn as Sergeant Kyle Reese and Paxton as a minor role in the future war sequences. Aliens, also directed by Cameron, featured Biehn as Corporal Hicks and Paxton as Private Hudson, with both actors appearing in key scenes during the colonial marines' mission on LV-426.
Box Office and Critical Reception
The Terminator grossed over 78 million dollars worldwide on a 6.5 million dollar budget, while Aliens earned more than 131 million dollars globally. Both films received strong reviews and are considered landmark entries in the sci-fi and action genres, with Aliens earning seven Academy Award nominations.
Career Context and Industry Data
Bill Paxton appeared in more than 50 film and television projects during his career, while Michael Biehn has credits in over 30 films and series. Their two shared films are among the most searched collaborations on entertainment databases, as noted by sources like the American Film Institute AFI Catalog and industry tracking platforms.
Both actors frequently worked with director James Cameron, who is known for precise casting choices and high production standards. Paxton later became a director himself, while Biehn continued acting in film and television, with both maintaining active profiles on professional networks and industry sites such as the Screen Actors Guild SAG-AFTRA.