Owning ‘Terminator’: 1984-2009

After Carolco files for bankruptcy, Kassar and Vanja buy the defunct company’s “Terminator” rights at auction for $8 million through their new venture, C-2 Pictures. Soon after, they acquire Hurd’s 50% interest for $7 million. Pictured: Andrew Vanja  (Frank Micelotta / Getty Images)

Kassar and Vanja decide to dissolve their business partnership. Hollywood newcomers Derek Anderson and Victor Kubicek purchase the rights with $25 million they received from hedge fund Pacificor and start work on “Terminator Salvation.” Pictured: Producer Jeffrey Silver, Derek Anderson, Director McG, and producer Victor Kubicek   (Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images)