Predator: Badlands – Alien Hunter Turns Hero in Shocking New Trailer!

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that the formidable Predator is making a comeback to our cinemas later this year, and it seems like he might be switching sides – becoming the good guy? The initial glimpses of the upcoming film, titled , were unveiled during the Disney Company’s CinemaCon presentation, and let me tell you, they’re stirring quite a buzz for the return of this iconic alien hunter to the silver screen. Interestingly, the latest installment, which is once again helmed by Dan Trachtenberg (the mastermind behind ‘Prey’), was initially intended for a theatrical release but ended up being premiered on Disney+ following the release of ‘Prey’.

* The video showcased several scenes from the movie featuring Elle Fanning in various roles.
* The storyline appeared to revolve around Fanning’s character navigating complex relationships and personal struggles.
* The cinematography was visually stunning, with a mix of dark and light tones that added depth to the narrative.
* The footage also hinted at an emotional climax towards the end, suggesting a powerful and impactful conclusion to the film.
* Overall, the new footage for the Elle Fanning-led movie looks promising and is generating excitement among fans and critics alike.

The video shows a Predator forcefully landing, whether it’s an unknown alien world or a devastated Earth following an apocalypse, remains uncertain. This marks the first time in the series that the Predator finds itself significantly outmatched, as various human groups armed with laser rifles pursue and attack it. Elle Fanning portrays a character who is enigmatic and potentially cybernetic, hinted by her eyes turning completely white. She seems to be attempting to aid the Predator. A new type of Predator leader, distinguished by long white braids, is also present, performing what appears to be a ritual.

‘Badlands’ Flips the Predator to Being the “Good Guy”

The Predator, the antagonist across the entire Predator series, has remained consistent from its debut in Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 1987 film to the recent 2022 release of Prey, starring Amber Midthunder. Dan Trachtenberg slightly tweaked the formula with Prey by creating a prequel that returned the franchise to its original theme of a thrilling survival tale against a powerful adversary. In the upcoming movie, Badlands, Trachtenberg is shaking things up again. However, it’s not the first time someone has experimented with the allegiances of a renowned cinematic beast.

Thank goodness you didn’t do that!

Is it plausible that the film Predator: Badlands could transform an otherwise terrifying alien, known for its deadly screen presence, into a character audiences can empathize with? Director Trachtenberg has certainly given us reason to think so, as his work on Prey effectively alleviated concerns about the future of the franchise following Disney’s acquisition of Fox. In fact, Prey was so well-received that it ranked among the highest-rated entries in the series, prompting many to criticize Disney for not giving the movie a theatrical release and instead making it exclusive to Disney+.

In this new take on the Predator series, titled “Predator: Badlands,” the creators aim to teach a standalone tale that will once again introduce the Predator character to the big screen. Instead of supporting the human characters this time, the filmmakers hope to inspire audiences to cheer for the alien predator itself when it hits theaters on November 7, 2025.

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2025-04-04 02:05