The highly anticipated Predator: Badlands has just dropped its official trailer, and it’s already generating buzz among sci-fi and action fans. From Dan Trachtenberg, the visionary director of Prey, this new installment in the Predator franchise is set to hit theaters on November 7, 2025. With a powerful mix of action, suspense, and emotional depth, Predator: Badlands redefines what it means to be both hunter and hunted.
A New Predator Tale Set on a Distant Planet
Set in a distant future, Predator: Badlands immerses viewers in a perilous alien world filled with hostile lifeforms and unforgiving terrain. At its heart is a young Predator, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, who has been cast out by his own species and is left to survive alone. Alone and shunned, this outcast finds himself navigating a deadly environment filled with hostile creatures and unforgiving terrain.
His fate takes a surprising turn when he crosses paths with Thia, a synthetic woman played by Elle Fanning. Initially enemies, the two form an unlikely alliance driven by survival and a shared goal — to face the ultimate adversary.
Official Trailer Highlights
The newly released trailer for Predator: Badlands delivers a stunning blend of cinematic intensity, showcasing breathtaking extraterrestrial environments and adrenaline-pumping action from start to finish. From vicious predators lurking in the wilderness to massive battles that shake the ground, the trailer teases a story that’s as emotional as it is thrilling. The unexpected partnership between Thia and the Predator adds a fresh layer of depth and humanity to the legendary sci-fi franchise.
This dynamic represents a significant shift from previous Predator films, offering fans a more intimate look at the Predator species while still delivering the brutal action the series is known for.
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Backed by a Powerful Team
Acclaimed for his work on Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg is back at the helm of Predator: Badlands, bringing his signature depth and visionary storytelling to expand the franchise in bold new directions.
The film is produced by John Davis, Marc Toberoff, Ben Rosenblatt, Brent O’Connor, and Trachtenberg himself — a team with proven success in blockbuster filmmaking. Their combined vision brings authenticity, emotion, and intensity to this next-generation Predator story.
Cast and Characters
Elle Fanning as Thia – A mysterious synthetic woman with a complex past, caught between human logic and machine instincts.
Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi steps into the role of a disgraced young Predator—a solitary warrior on a relentless quest for meaning and redemption in an unforgiving world.
Their evolving relationship is central to the film, creating a unique dynamic rarely seen in previous Predator entries.
What Makes Predator: Badlands Unique?
Unlike previous Predator films, which often focus on humans battling a mysterious alien hunter, Predator: Badlands flips the script. Here, the Predator is the protagonist, and the emotional arc focuses on survival, trust, and redemption.
The film also offers a fresh sci-fi setting, with breathtaking visuals and an immersive alien world. And fans of the Alien vs Predator franchise will be pleased to spot subtle nods to Weyland-Yutani, hinting at a broader cinematic connection.
When Will Predator: Badlands Be Released?
Predator: Badlands will be released exclusively in theaters on November 7, 2025. With its groundbreaking approach to the Predator legacy, it’s expected to be one of the biggest sci-fi blockbusters of the year.