{"id":15118,"date":"2025-11-08T08:07:26","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T12:07:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/predator-badlands-hits-96-audience-score-highest-rating-in-franchise-history\/"},"modified":"2025-11-08T08:08:04","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T12:08:04","slug":"63599-predator-badlands-hits-96-audience-score-highest-rating-in-franchise-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/63599-predator-badlands-hits-96-audience-score-highest-rating-in-franchise-history\/","title":{"rendered":"Predator: Badlands hits 96% audience score, highest rating in franchise history"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style='font-size: 1.1em;font-weight: 500;line-height: 1.6'><b>Predator: Badlands<\/b> just smashed a franchise record with a <b>96% audience score<\/b> on <b>Rotten Tomatoes<\/b>. This <b>November 7, 2025<\/b> release becomes the highest-rated Predator film ever. Director <b>Dan Trachtenberg<\/b> continues his winning streak after 2022&#8217;s Prey. The sci-fi action thriller features <b>Elle Fanning<\/b> and newcomer <b>Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi<\/b> as an unlikely duo.<\/p>\n<div style='background-color: #f8f9fa;border-left: 4px solid #e74c3c;padding: 15px;margin: 20px 0'>\n<p style='margin: 0;font-weight: 600'>\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts:<\/p>\n<ul style='margin: 10px 0 0 0;padding-left: 20px'>\n<li><b>96% audience score<\/b> beats all six previous <b>Predator<\/b> films combined<\/li>\n<li><b>86% critics score<\/b> (certified fresh) with <b>156 reviews<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>500+ verified ratings<\/b> drive the strong <b>4.6\/5 star<\/b> average<\/li>\n<li>Second <b>Predator<\/b> film released in <b>2025<\/b> (after <b>Predator: Killer of Killers<\/b>)<\/li>\n<li>Streaming exclusively at theaters now; arrives at <b>Hulu<\/b> and <b>Disney+<\/b> in <b>January 2026<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Happened: A Historic Audience Win<\/h2>\n<p>In a stunning reversal for the franchise, <b>Predator: Badlands<\/b> captured hearts and minds like no <b>Predator<\/b> movie before it. The verified audience score of <b>96%<\/b> crushes <b>Prey (74%)<\/b>, the <b>1987 original (87%)<\/b>, and <b>Predators (52%)<\/b>. Audiences absolutely love this fresh take on the killer alien hunter.<\/p>\n<p>The critics consensus echoes audience enthusiasm with an <b>86% fresh rating<\/b>. Major outlets praised <b>Trachtenberg&#8217;s<\/b> &#8220;audacious, whip-smart blockbuster filmmaking.&#8221; The <b>Boston Globe<\/b> called it a screwball comedy like &#8220;It Happened One Night&#8221; with a monster.<\/p>\n<blockquote style='border-left: 4px solid #3498db;padding-left: 20px;margin: 20px 0;font-style: italic;color: #555'>\n<p>&#8220;Director Dan Trachtenberg continues to take the Predator franchise in exciting new directions with Badlands, a rollicking adventure that transforms one of cinema&#8217;s most iconic brutes into a hero worth rooting for.&#8221;<\/p>\n<footer style='margin-top: 10px;font-style: normal;font-size: 0.9em'>\u2014 <b>Rotten Tomatoes<\/b>, Critics Consensus<\/footer>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>User reviews are equally glowing. Fans highlight the strong character development and emotional core missing from prior films. One viewer noted <b>Elle Fanning&#8217;s<\/b> &#8220;vibrant&#8221; performance elevated the entire experience.<\/p>\n<h2>Why This Matters: A New Era Begins<\/h2>\n<p>The <b>Predator<\/b> franchise hasn&#8217;t had an easy run. Between <b>2010<\/b> and <b>2018<\/b>, the series stumbled with both <b>Predators (52%)<\/b> and <b>The Predator (34%)<\/b>. Fans lost faith in the property. Then <b>Dan Trachtenberg<\/b> arrived with <b>Prey<\/b>, proving fresh perspectives work.<\/p>\n<p>Now <b>Badlands<\/b> proves Trachtenberg&#8217;s success wasn&#8217;t a fluke; it&#8217;s a formula. By centering the narrative on a young <b>Yautja<\/b> (the species name), the film invites us to empathize with the &#8220;monster.&#8221; Audiences connect deeply when heroes feel authentic and layered. That emotional hook drives the <b>96% score<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>This success means studios will greenlight more <b>Predator<\/b> projects. Expect the franchise to continue evolving away from pure action toward character-driven sci-fi adventure. Opening weekend earned <b>$4.8 million<\/b> in previews alone across <b>3,725 theaters<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h2>The Details: Box Office &amp; Streaming Timeline<\/h2>\n<p><b>Predator: Badlands<\/b> delivers on technical execution and heart. Here&#8217;s what you need to know before diving in:<\/p>\n<table style='width: 100%;border-collapse: collapse;margin: 20px 0;border: 1px solid #ddd'>\n<tr style='background-color: #f5f5f5'>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Release Date<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>November 7, 2025<\/b> (Theaters)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Where to Watch<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'>Theaters now; <b>Hulu<\/b> &amp; <b>Disney+<\/b> January 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style='background-color: #f5f5f5'>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Rating (MPAA)<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>PG-13<\/b> (Strong Sci-Fi Violence)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Runtime<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>1 hour 47 minutes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style='background-color: #f5f5f5'>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Director<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>Dan Trachtenberg<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Lead Cast<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>Elle Fanning<\/b> (Thia), <b>Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi<\/b> (Dek)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style='background-color: #f5f5f5'>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px;font-weight: bold'>Audience Score<\/td>\n<td style='border: 1px solid #ddd;padding: 12px'><b>96%<\/b> (Rotten Tomatoes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>The <b>PG-13 rating<\/b> was a bold choice. Critics initially wondered if watering down violence would hurt the film. Instead, audiences prove an <b>M-rated experience<\/b> isn&#8217;t essential for thrilling <b>Predator<\/b> entertainment. The focus shifted to world-building, creature design, and emotional stakes.<\/p>\n<h2>What To Watch For: Future Franchise Moves<\/h2>\n<p>Three key questions emerge from this massive success:<\/p>\n<ul style='margin: 15px 0;padding-left: 20px'>\n<li>Will <b>Dan Trachtenberg<\/b> direct a <b>Predator 3<\/b>, or pass the torch?<\/li>\n<li>Can the franchise maintain <b>96% audience love<\/b> for the next entry?<\/li>\n<li>Will <b>Alien vs. Predator<\/b> crossovers return with this new formula?<\/li>\n<li>Expect expanded universe projects on <b>Disney+<\/b> soon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>20th Century Studios<\/b> and <b>Hulu<\/b> now have proof that smart <b>Predator<\/b> storytelling wins big. Pre-release hype suggested a <b>$60 million global opening<\/b>. If the film matches projections, expect announcements about sequels within weeks.<\/p>\n<h2>Can a Film Redefine an Entire Franchise in One Weekend?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes. <b>Predator: Badlands<\/b> proves that one exceptional movie can erase years of franchise fatigue. By treating audiences with respect, centering on compelling characters, and trusting <b>Dan Trachtenberg&#8217;s<\/b> directorial vision, <b>20th Century Studios<\/b> cracked the code.<\/p>\n<p>The <b>96% score<\/b> isn&#8217;t just a number\u2014it represents validation that the <b>Predator<\/b> universe belongs in the hands of filmmakers willing to evolve it. Audiences want fresh ideas wrapped in beloved IP. They want to care about characters, even alien warriors.<\/p>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t caught <b>Predator: Badlands<\/b> yet, now&#8217;s the time. This film justifies the entire franchise&#8217;s existence and sets a new standard for where it goes next.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the official trailer below:<\/p>\n<p>\n<a href='https:\/\/youtu.be\/43R9l7EkJwE?si=eoJcvLxK5J142c3m' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>https:\/\/youtu.be\/43R9l7EkJwE?si=eoJcvLxK5J142c3m<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<h3>Sources<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Rotten Tomatoes<\/b> &#8211; Official critics consensus and audience score verified ratings<\/li>\n<li><b>Screen Rant<\/b> &#8211; Predator: Badlands audience score analysis and franchise comparison<\/li>\n<li><b>Deadline<\/b> &#8211; Box office data and opening weekend projections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":15117,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"schema_org_data":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Dan Trachtenberg\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/ylZvSmwIOq2rAjHIaxKpw0HGGU1.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/568322\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Elle Fanning\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/e8CUyxQSE99y5IOfzSLtHC0B0Ch.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/18050\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/rmIZTT1AZK3C9fYhEOtGKtSrF8E.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/3223391\"]},{\"@type\":\"Movie\",\"name\":\"Predator: Badlands\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/pHpq9yNUIo6aDoCXEBzjSolywgz.jpg\",\"dateCreated\":\"2025-11-05\",\"aggregateRating\":{\"@type\":\"AggregateRating\",\"ratingValue\":6.628,\"bestRating\":\"10\",\"ratingCount\":86},\"description\":\"Cast out from his clan, a young Predator finds an unlikely ally in a damaged android and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary.\"},{\"@type\":\"Movie\",\"name\":\"Prey\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/2FKjLRt7oK1bRRIrxgWmthbBdFh.jpg\",\"dateCreated\":\"2022-08-02\",\"aggregateRating\":{\"@type\":\"AggregateRating\",\"ratingValue\":7.672,\"bestRating\":\"10\",\"ratingCount\":7313},\"description\":\"When danger threatens her camp, the fierce and highly skilled Comanche warrior Naru sets out to protect her people. 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