The highly anticipated sequel, Predator: Badlands, has just released its teaser trailer, sparking excitement among sci-fi and action fans. In this sneak peek, we're introduced to Elle Fanning's character, who seems to inhabit a perilous future on a remote planet. The twist? The Predator she encounters appears to be unlike any we've seen before, possibly even taking on a protagonist role. The teaser tantalizes viewers with the tagline, "The director of Prey welcomes you to a world of pain."
Beyond the intriguing new Predator, the trailer teases connections to the Alien universe, hinting at a potential setup for a new Aliens vs Predator film. Notably, Fanning's eyes mimic the Weyland Yutani reboot effect seen in Alien: Romulus, raising questions about her character's nature—could she be a synthetic? Additionally, a glimpse of the Weyland Yutani logo on a damaged vehicle further solidifies the link to the Alien franchise.
Predator: Badlands was first announced in February 2024, with its release date confirmed in October of the same year. The trailer, initially premiered at CinemaCon, is now available for fans to enjoy. Alongside the trailer, 20th Century Studios provided an official synopsis: “In the future on a remote planet, a young Predator, outcast from his clan, finds an unlikely ally in Thia and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary.”
Elle Fanning shared insights into her character at CinemaCon, revealing, "Something unprecedented happens in this movie. My character is not the one being chased. My character actually teams up with the Predator. And you get to see him in a completely new light. And... I'll stop there!"
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, known for 10 Cloverfield Lane and the Predator prequel Prey, and co-written with Patrick Aison, Predator: Badlands is slated for a theatrical release on November 7, 2025.
