20th Century Unleashes First Trailer for Predator: Badlands, a Bold New Chapter in the Franchise

20th Century Studios has dropped the official trailer for Predator: Badlands, the latest entry in the long-running Predator franchise. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Prey), the sci-fi action film is set to release on November 7, 2025, and introduces a new narrative direction that explores the Predator mythology from a surprising perspective. The film stars Elle Fanning and rising talent Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi in a gritty, future-set survival story.

Set on a desolate planet in the far future, Predator: Badlands follows a young, exiled Predator (Schuster-Koloamatangi), cast out by his clan for unknown reasons. His path crosses with Thia (Fanning), a lone human survivor with secrets of her own. Forced into a fragile alliance, the two must navigate hostile terrain and deadly creatures as they seek out the ultimate opponent—each driven by purpose, but bound by survival. The trailer teases atmospheric world-building, brutal combat, and a unique human-alien dynamic rarely seen in the franchise.

Co-written by Trachtenberg and Patrick Aison, the screenplay builds on the critical success of Prey (2022), which reinvigorated the franchise by telling a contained, character-focused story. Badlands appears to expand that vision, introducing new lore and pushing the boundaries of what a Predator film can be. Visually intense and emotionally charged, the trailer hints at a deeper, more character-driven arc for both leads—something that could mark a defining turn for the series.

With its November 7 release, Predator: Badlands is expected to draw both longtime fans and new viewers intrigued by its fresh take on alien mythology. As the franchise continues to evolve, this entry may prove to be its boldest yet—blending hard sci-fi, survivalist grit, and an unexpected emotional core in a galaxy far removed from Earth.