Predator: Badland’s First Reviews Are Not What We Had Hoped For

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Early reviews for Predator: Badlands haven’t been very positive, with many considering it one of the weaker films in the Predator series. This new movie from 20th Century Studios takes the franchise in a different direction, teaming up a synthetic being from Weyland-Yutani with a young Predator warrior named Dek. Together, they’re on a mission to hunt down an seemingly invincible creature on the planet Genna.

Fans are really excited for the new Predator movie, Badlands, especially after the popularity of Predator: Killer of Killers on Hulu and the surprising ending of the animated film. However, early reviews appearing on X (formerly Twitter) could potentially dampen that excitement.

Early reviews for Predator: Badlands are in, following a screening in the United Kingdom. Critics generally enjoyed the film’s action, but opinions were mixed overall. Some reviewers felt it was the weakest Predator movie yet and might not satisfy longtime fans.

Amon Warmann from Empire Magazine enjoyed the story of Predator: Badlands, saying he was completely drawn into it. He also praised director Dan Trachtenberg’s unique approach to the film.

Predator: Badlands is fantastic! It’s full of creative action, naturally funny moments, and a story that really pulls you in. Dan Trachtenberg is doing a great job with the Predator series, consistently delivering impressive results.

Josh Barton from Barton Reviews praised Predator: Badlands as a strong addition to the Predator series, calling it “pretty badass.” However, he noted that the movie occasionally felt similar to The Mandalorian because it relied too much on humor.

Predator: Badlands is a solid addition to the Predator series. While it might not be Dan Trachtenberg’s strongest film in this universe, it’s definitely the most action-packed one yet, offering both intense brutality and surprising moments of comedy. This blend of tones is a bit of a gamble, and the movie occasionally feels similar to The Mandalorian, but when it hits, it’s really effective.

According to Phil Roberts from Future of the Force, the new film Badlands feels more like a large-scale science fiction story than a typical Predator movie, which might not satisfy longtime fans.

Dan Trachtenberg’s #PredatorBadlands is a grand, sweeping story that really explores the history and culture of the Predators. While it’s more of a science fiction adventure than a typical Predator movie, it tries some ambitious things that don’t always succeed. Longtime fans of the series might find it doesn’t quite deliver what they expect.

According to Eammon Parks Jacobs from Dexerto, Predator: Badlands isn’t as violent as other Predator movies, but he still really enjoyed playing it.

‘Predator: Badlands’ is a fun, action-packed road movie with a cosmic twist, and it doesn’t waste any time. Director Dan Trachtenberg expands the ‘Predator’ universe beyond a simple fight for survival. While it’s not overly graphic, it’s a thoroughly enjoyable film.

Paul Klein from Filmhounds Magazine acknowledged that Predator: Badlands tried some new things, but not everything landed successfully, and it’s likely to be a polarizing film for fans.

I admire Dan Tratchenberg’s willingness to take risks with #PredatorBadlands. While it’s not perfect and may not appeal to everyone, it’s great to see the franchise experimenting instead of sticking to the same old formula. The music and creature design are particularly strong.

Christopher Gallardo from Popternative really enjoyed Predator: Badlands, describing it as a thrilling, fast-paced action movie.

‘Predator: Badlands’ is a thrilling, fast-paced adventure with a surprising heart. It blends the intense action the ‘Predator’ franchise is known for with a story about a group of people who become like family. Director Trachtenberg skillfully builds on the world of ‘Predator’, and actress Fanning delivers a captivating and sometimes frightening performance.

Nicole’s Film Perspectives highly praises Predator: Badlands, especially director Trachtenberg and star Elle Fanning. They describe the film as a consistently exciting and well-made action adventure.

“Predator: Badlands” is a thrilling and well-made action movie. Elle Fanning is fantastic – she’s captivating and keeps you guessing throughout. She truly shines and deserves to be in more leading roles. Director Trachtenberg really delivers, and the film is a definite success. It’s well worth watching!

According to Emily Garbutt from Total Film, Predator: Badlands delivers what fans generally anticipate from a Predator movie, and it’s ultimately “a lot of fun.”

Thought Predator: Badlands is a really enjoyable movie. It’s not a typical Predator film, but it works well as a sci-fi action movie. And a special shout-out to Elle Fanning – she’s fantastic as a comedic supporting character.

Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Predator: Badlands features Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. This new film is part of the Predator series, known for movies like the original Predator starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Predator 2, and Predator: Killer of Killers. Predator: Badlands will be released in theaters on November 7, 2025.

Why Predator: Badlands’ Mixed Reviews Are Not a Cause for Concern

Okay, so the first reactions to Predator: Badlands aren’t exactly setting the world on fire, but honestly, it’s not a huge shock. As a longtime Predator fan, I’m used to those movies being really gritty, violent, and R-rated. It seems like Badlands tried something different – a lighter, more comedic tone, and aiming for a PG-13 rating. It was a gamble, and maybe it didn’t fully pay off for some, but I appreciate them trying a new direction.

While some critics consider the new movie the least impressive in the series, the generally mixed reactions aren’t necessarily a cause for concern. Director Dan Trachtenberg took a chance with a unique story focusing on the connection between a synthetic being and a Yautja warrior, hinting at a fresh direction for the franchise rather than a step backward.

Even though initial reactions were mixed, the real test of whether Predator: Badlands succeeds will be how audiences rate it. If people enjoy the film and give it high scores, the negative reviews probably won’t matter much.

Compared to the first Predator film, Predator: Badlands offers a lighter tone with its PG-13 rating and touches of humor. This approach could pay off, potentially opening the door for another Alien vs. Predator movie.

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2025-10-28 23:37