Dan Trachtenberg is working on two productions within the Predator universe: Killer of Killers, an animated feature film, and Badlands, a live-action project. Both are part of the ideas that Trachtenberg has developed following the success of Prey, where he has conceived a third story that has not yet been revealed. According to the director’s statements, working simultaneously on these projects has allowed him to explore different aspects of the saga and maintain his creative momentum.
A movie already released, another yet to be released
Killer of Killers is set in various eras, starting in 841 AD and following characters such as the Viking warrior Ursa, the ninja Kenji in feudal Japan, and a World War II pilot named John Torres. All these narratives intertwine in a way that will be considered canon within the franchise. For fans, this is especially significant, as it confirms the continuity and coherence of the saga through its diverse stories and characters. Additionally, since its premiere on Max, it has achieved great success among critics and audiences.
On its part, Badlands is scheduled to premiere on November 7 and is one of the most anticipated projects, as it introduces a marginalized Predator and a Weyland-Yutani robot, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi and Elle Fanning respectively. Although details about this movie are still scarce, the connection to the Alien universe has led to speculation about a possible joint project of Alien vs. Predator.
Recently, Fede Alvarez, when asked about his interest in directing an Alien vs. Predator movie, hinted that this could be a future possibility, suggesting a creative collaboration with Trachtenberg, in the style of famous duos in the film industry. The fan community is on the lookout, not only for new releases but also for the future direction of this iconic science fiction universe.
