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"New Predator Revealed in 'Badlands' Trailer: Unlike Any Before"

by Hannah Apr 24,2025

The monster is back for more: the teaser trailer for the upcoming sci-fi action sequel Predator: Badlands has just been released online, sending fans into a frenzy.

In the teaser, we're introduced to Elle Fanning's character, who appears to inhabit a perilous future on a remote planet. What sets this installment apart is the twist that the Predator she encounters might not be the typical antagonist; instead, it could be the protagonist. The teaser tantalizingly states, "The director of Prey welcomes you to a world of pain."

The trailer hints at a deeper connection to the *Alien* universe, sparking speculation that *Badlands* could be paving the way for a new *Aliens vs Predator* crossover. Fanning's character displays the iconic Weyland Yutani reboot effect in her eyes, similar to what we've seen in *Alien: Romulus*, suggesting she might be a synthetic. Additionally, a glimpse of the Weyland Yutani logo, synonymous with the nefarious megacorporation from the *Alien* franchise, appears on a damaged vehicle.

That's the Weyland Yutani logo on Elle Fanning's eyes. Is she a synth?

Predator: Badlands was first announced in February 2024, with the film's release date later confirmed for November 7, 2025. The trailer made its exclusive debut at CinemaCon earlier this month, and this marks the first time the general public has had a chance to see what's in store.

During CinemaCon, 20th Century Studios unveiled the 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 some exciting insights with the audience at CinemaCon, saying, "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 promises to deliver a thrilling new chapter in the iconic franchise.

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