Predator Badlands Director Hopes Alien Franchise Connections Lead to “Further Stories” (Is It AVP?)

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As a passionate cinephile, I’m thrilled about filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg’s aspirations to weave together the universes of the Predator and Alien franchises. In a captivating chat with ComicBook, he hinted at this exciting possibility, stressing his meticulous selection of this narrative setup. Interestingly, he steered clear of discussing any potential follow-ups or the debated Alien vs. Predator films, or speculations that his work on Predator: Badlands might be paving the way for an AvP reboot. Fingers crossed, we’ll uncover more intriguing hints in the film itself when it graces the big screen on November 7th!

Speaking as a fan who can’t help but feel excited, I must admit that the idea of blending the Predator and Alien franchises sounds incredibly thrilling! And let me assure fellow enthusiasts, the hints dropped in Badlands aren’t mere Easter eggs. They are integral parts of this film’s narrative, woven intricately into its fabric, serving a significant purpose within the storyline. It would be nothing short of amazing to explore more tales that continue to link these iconic franchises!

It appears that Trachtenberg and his team are treating the cross-over with great attention – more meticulously than the creators of Alien vs Predator (AvP), whose work isn’t considered part of the official storyline due to its disregard for elements from both franchises. However, this cautious approach might be cause for concern among fans eager to see a xenomorph and a Yautja in conflict again, as it suggests that the filmmaker is moving carefully to avoid any mistakes.

Badlands’ Predator” introduces Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi as Dek, a young Predator who was ostracized from his tribe due to his small size. Seeking to prove himself, he pursues the mightiest game in existence. During his journey, he crosses paths with Thia (Elle Fanning), a Weyland-Yutani synthetic, who becomes his unlikely partner. The story unfolds on an alien planet in the future, though its placement within either franchise’s timeline remains undetermined as of now.

In 2004, the movie titled “Alien vs. Predator” made its debut, introducing both terrifying creatures onto our planet for an epic confrontation. This film offered intriguing origins for each monster, conflicting with their earlier film narratives, but it was generally enjoyed by audiences. However, when Ridley Scott re-entered the “Alien” universe and dismissed “AvP” entirely, fans were happy to consider it non-canonical. Now there’s speculation that Trachtenberg might be planning a more unified crossover, potentially reconciling these worlds without altering the canon this time around.

The movie titled “Predator: Badlands” will be in theaters starting November 7th. Meanwhile, previous installments from both the “Predator” and “Alien” series can currently be streamed on Hulu.

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2025-07-30 01:46