Predator: Badlands

Predator: Badlands is an upcoming American science fiction action horror film directed by Dan Trachtenberg and will be the seventh film in the Predator franchise. It is to be a standalone film in the franchise.
==Synopsis==
While traversing a wasteland, two sisters discover their horrifying past.
This installment will also feature the Predator as the "hero" of the film.
==Cast==
*Elle Fanning as TBA
==Production==
In June 2022, Dan Trachtenberg stated in June 2022 that there are discussions for additional installments being developed after the release of Prey. The filmmaker stated that moving forward, the intent is to do things that have not been done before in the franchise. In February 2024, it was reported that a number of Predator projects are in development, with Dan Trachtenberg involved with each installment. While a sequel to Prey is one of them, a new film with the working title of Badlands is scheduled for principal photography in July of the same year. Trachtenberg will once again serve as director, with a script written by Patrick Aison, from an original story they co-authored. The plot will center around a new female lead, and be set chronologically in the future. Actress Elle Fanning has been in talks to star in the leading role.
Filming began on August 27, 2024, in New Zealand, with Elle Fanning confirmed for the lead role. The film was now given the full title of Predator: Badlands.Predator: Badlands details revealed by casting call
On October 22, 2024, Deadline reported that the film would be released on November 7, 2025, taking over the release date from Blade.Marvel Studios’ ‘Blade’ Removed From 2025 Release Schedule, Disney Dates ‘Predator: Badlands’ Instead It was later revealed that Predator: Badlands would actually be the seventh film and that a "secret" Predator movie was filmed and expected to be released before.A Secret ‘Predator’ Movie, An ‘Alien’ Sequel and ‘Speed 3’ on the Table: A Chat with 20th Century Studios Boss Steve Asbell
==References==
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