- “Predator: Badlands” will star Elle Fanning as a synthetic human named Thia.
- The film officially confirms a crossover with the “Alien” universe, as Fanning’s character is a Weyland-Yutani creation.
- The story follows an outcast Yautja (Predator) who teams up with Fanning’s synthetic on a hostile planet.
- The movie follows the massive critical and streaming success of recent entries “Prey” and “Predator: Killer of Killers.”
A Universe-Shattering Crossover Finally Confirmed
After years of speculation and divisive spin-offs, the worlds of “Predator” and “Alien” are officially set to collide in a major way. The upcoming film, “Predator: Badlands,” will not only introduce a new chapter for the iconic hunters but will also star Elle Fanning in a role that definitively links the two terrifying sci-fi universes. This isn’t another non-canon “Alien vs. Predator” movie; the film’s trailer revealed Fanning’s character, Thia, is a creation of the infamous Weyland-Yutani corporation from the “Alien” franchise, a detail confirmed by the company’s logo on her eyes.
An Unlikely Duo at the Center
“Predator: Badlands” is flipping the script on the franchise formula. For the first time, a member of the alien hunter race, the Yautja, will be one of the film’s heroes. The story centers on Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), an outcast from his clan and the runt of his litter. Abandoned on the most hostile planet in the universe, he encounters Thia (Elle Fanning), a synthetic human, and the two form an unlikely alliance on a quest for redemption.
A Bold New Vision
Director Dan Trachtenberg revealed that connecting the universes through Fanning’s character was his idea. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, he highlighted the dynamic between the two leads. “They are a pretty interesting and bizarre pairing for each other, and that’s a huge part of the fun of the movie is their chemistry,” Trachtenberg explained. This fresh approach promises a riveting new experience for fans of both franchises.
Building on a Legacy of Success
The “Predator” franchise is currently experiencing a major resurgence, and “Badlands” has some big shoes to fill. The most recent entry, 2022’s “Prey,” was a massive critical and commercial success, becoming Hulu’s most-watched premiere ever and earning a 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Similarly, the animated film “Predator: Killer of Killers” also received rave reviews, topping streaming charts with a 95% Certified Fresh score. This track record proves that the franchise is in capable hands, building immense anticipation for what this bold crossover will deliver when it hits theaters on November 7, 2025.
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