Director Dan Trachtenberg Takes on New ‘Predator’ Standalone Movie ‘Badlands’

Director Dan Trachtenberg has been chosen to lead the new “Predator” standalone movie “Badlands.” The movie will be set in the future and production will begin this year. Dan Trachtenberg was previously nominated for an Emmy for his “Predator” prequel titled “Prey,” which was positively reviewed. It follows the story of a warrior of the Comanche Nation named Naru, played by Amber Midthunder. The film received high viewership on Hulu. Whether “Badlands” will follow a similar release plan or hit theaters is currently unknown. Trachtenberg will also direct the final season of “Stranger Things.” His previous credits include “10 Cloverfield Lane,” the pilot for “The Boys,” and “Black Mirror: Playtest.” The “Predator” franchise started in 1987 and has since had four movies. 20th Century Studios has not commented on the new project.