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.

Director Dan Trachtenberg continues to take the Predator franchise in exciting new directions with Badlands, a rollicking adventure that transforms one of cinema's most iconic brutes into a hero worth rooting for.

While some purists may miss the primal intensity of the original R-rated classic, Badlands adds surprising layers to Dek, the new Predator, and sets up an exciting future for the iconic franchise.

'Predator: Badlands' offers a unique take on the Predator universe, with strong action, impressive visuals, and a fresh perspective with its focus on the Predator as its protagonist. However, some feel the film deviates from the original's menacing nature, with humanization and humor seen as detracting from the franchise's core appeal. Complaints about its reliance on CGI and formulaic storytelling are noted, though many reviewers still value its entertaining qualities and lore expansion.