JustWatch last week shared a spotlight on the return of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Monica Barbaro in the new season of Netflix’s action-comedy series FUBAR, which premiered on June 12 and has already climbed to #2 spot in the streaming charts. The on-screen duo spoke about what makes the show tick, and why FUBAR is a must-watch for fans of ’90s action-comedy nostalgia.
“If you want to have the greatest entertainment, a lot of action, romance, drama, and comedy – all combined into one show – then you HAVE to watch FUBAR.” — Arnold Schwarzenegger, on Why-To-Watch FUBAR
“FUBAR is a fun action comedy that I feel like a lot of ‘90s kids really missed. I tell people if they like True Lies, they’ll like FUBAR. It’s a blast, it’s really fun! The elevator pitch for me was that I got to play multiple characters, which is an actor’s dream. It’s like a box you open and there’s just more presents inside.” — Monica Barbaro, on the show’s nostalgic vibe
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FUBAR Is Back and so is Arnold Schwarzenegger
With a slick mix of high-octane action and tongue-in-cheek humor, FUBAR captures the energy of True Lies while giving it a modern update, anchored by the fiery chemistry between its father-daughter leads.
In a special interview with JustWatch, Arnold also took a guess at which of his classic films are the most popular all-time with JustWatch viewers. The action star shared his best guesses hinting on 1. True Lies, 2. The Terminator, and 3 as the most popular films, and Kindergarten Cop. However, the viewer data told a different story.
JustWatch Stats
- #1 – The Terminator (1984)
- #2 – Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
- #3 – Predator (1987)
Check out Arnie’s full reaction in a YouTube Short as he guesses his most popular movies.
What is FUBAR all about?
Luke Brunner is a CIA operative who has hidden his identity and career from his family for decades. Unbeknownst to him, his daughter Emma is also a CIA agent. When their secrets collide, so do their worldviews–and their missions. As the truth surfaces, so does a tangled web of family drama, covert ops, and explosive action. Learn more about the show right here.
Arnold Schwarzenegger is still kicking doors!
An icon across generations, Arnold Schwarzenegger launched his career as a world champion bodybuilder before becoming a global action star. Following his breakout roles in Conan the Barbarian (1982), The Terminator (1984), and Predator (1987), Schwarzenegger dominated the ’90s with hits like Kindergarten Cop (1990), Total Recall (1990), True Lies (1994), and Jingle All the Way (1996). After serving two terms as the Governor of California, he returned to film with roles in The Expendables, Maggie (2015), and Netflix’s FUBAR (2023–).
Who is Monica Barbaro?
Monica Barbaro rose to prominence with breakout roles in UnREAL (2016) and the Chicago franchise before landing key parts in Splitting Up Together and Stumptown. Her star power grew with a standout role in Top Gun: Maverick (2022), and in 2024, she earned widespread acclaim and award nominations for portraying Joan Baez in A Complete Unknown, including an Oscar nod for Best Supporting Actress and a Breakthrough Award at The Astras.
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