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Predator: Badlands Launches to Rave Reviews in UK

10/28/2025

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Predator: Badlands premiered in the United Kingdom to positive early reactions.
Dan Trachtenberg directed Predator: Badlands, and critics praise its inventive action and organic comedy.
Critics call it a "cosmic buddy road movie" that expands the franchise's scope, despite a lighter tone.
The film follows a young Predator outcast and is set for theatrical release on November 7, 2025.

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Story summary

Predator: Badlands premiered in the United Kingdom to positive early reactions.
Dan Trachtenberg directed Predator: Badlands, and critics praise its inventive action and organic comedy.
Critics call it a "cosmic buddy road movie" that expands the franchise's scope, despite a lighter tone.
The film follows a young Predator outcast and is set for theatrical release on November 7, 2025.