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New Predator Film Explores Identity Amid Clan Struggles

2/25/2026

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Dan Trachtenberg's latest Predator film, Predator: Badlands, premiered on Hulu and shifts the story to a young Yautja named Dek seeking acceptance within his clan.
The film faced box-office challenges, grossing $183 million against a $105 million budget.
The narrative centers on Dek's identity and morality as he confronts external and internal monsters within his clan.
Hulu also streams Prey and Predator: Killer of Killers, providing access to related titles.

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Story summary

Dan Trachtenberg's latest Predator film, Predator: Badlands, premiered on Hulu and shifts the story to a young Yautja named Dek seeking acceptance within his clan.
The film faced box-office challenges, grossing $183 million against a $105 million budget.
The narrative centers on Dek's identity and morality as he confronts external and internal monsters within his clan.
Hulu also streams Prey and Predator: Killer of Killers, providing access to related titles.