The article highlights the release of the first teaser trailer for Predator: Badlands, the upcoming film directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who successfully revitalized the franchise with Prey.

The most significant takeaway discussed is the teaser's surprising premise: it appears to flip the script on the iconic monster's role. Instead of hunting humans, the Predator in the teaser is shown seemingly protecting a human family from another, unseen threat in a futuristic setting. It uses its advanced technology (cloaking, plasma caster) defensively.

This suggests a radical departure for the franchise, potentially positioning the Predator as an anti-hero or even a protector figure, rather than solely a hunter. The article emphasizes this unexpected twist as a key element generating excitement, building on the fresh approach seen in Prey.

The film, starring Elle Fanning and coming from 20th Century Studios, is set for a 2025 release. The teaser strongly indicates that Badlands aims to further subvert expectations and explore new dimensions of the Predator character and lore.

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