Predator: Badlands has had a spectacular opening worldwide. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the film earned $80 million in its opening weekend, setting a new franchise record.
Predator: Badlands Breaks Franchise Record
The new Predator film, Predator: Badlands, has grossed $80 million in its first weekend. $40 million of this revenue came from North America alone, while the remaining $40 million came from international markets. This makes it the biggest Predator opening ever.
Badlands has now surpassed the $38.3 million opening of 2004’s Alien vs. Predator. Released at a time when the box office was relatively quiet, it has revived theaters.
A New Twist in the Story
Predator: Badlands is the eighth film in the series and presents a completely new take on the story. The film follows the journey of a young Predator (Dimitrius Shuster-Koloamatangi) and an android researcher (Elle Fanning). Significantly, for the first time, a Predator film features a Predator as the protagonist.
Positive Reviews and Audience Love
The film is receiving positive reviews from audiences and critics. It has an 85% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an A- on CinemaScore. This indicates that people are liking the story, direction, and visuals.
Expectations for the Future
If the film, made on a budget of $105 million, continues to perform steadily over the next few weeks, it will easily recoup its costs. Industry experts believe that the success of Predator: Badlands could pave the way for new stories in the franchise.
