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

The monster is back for more: the teaser trailer for the upcoming sci-fi action sequel, Predator: Badlands, has just hit the internet, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement and speculation.

In the sneak peek visual, we meet star Elle Fanning's character, who appears to be a resident of a dangerous future remote planet. But it also seems as though the Predator she will come into contact with is, simply put, not like the others, and may even be the protagonist this time around. "The director of Prey welcomes you to a world of pain," the teaser promises, setting the stage for a thrilling cinematic experience.

Apart from this new-look Predator, there are clear nods to the Alien universe, sparking speculation that Badlands may set up a new Aliens vs Predator movie. We see Fanning's eyes do the Weyland Yutani reboot thing, suggesting she may be a synthetic. And there's even a snapshot of the Weyland Yutani logo (Weyland Yutani is the evil megacorp at the heart of the events of the Alien franchise) on a damaged vehicle.

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

Predator: Badlands was revealed to be in development back in February 2024, with the release date for the film confirmed later that year in October. The trailer debuted exclusively at CinemaCon earlier this month, but this is the first time fans have been able to catch a glimpse of what's in store.

During CinemaCon, 20th Century Studios also released an official synopsis for the film, which reads: "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."

"Something unprecedented happens in this movie," Fanning told the assembled crowd of reporters and theater industry folks at CinemaCon. "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!"

Dan Trachtenberg, who is best known for directing 10 Cloverfield Lane and the Predator prequel Prey, directed the film from a script he co-wrote with Patrick Aison. Predator: Badlands is set to premiere in theaters on November 7, 2025, promising fans an unforgettable addition to the iconic franchise.