Fans of the Alien and Predator franchises have much to anticipate in 2025. The excitement begins with two new Predator films directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the mastermind behind Prey. The first, Predator: Badlands, is a live-action adventure, while the second, Predator: Killer of Killers, is an animated series set to stream on Hulu. Additionally, the Alien universe expands with Alien: Earth, a new FX series crafted by Noah Hawley, the acclaimed showrunner of Fargo and Legion. Although these projects are not officially linked, the shared history of Alien and Predator in a common universe, evident through their encounters in films, comics, and video games, keeps fans hopeful for a crossover.
A closer look at the promotional materials for Predator: Badlands and Alien: Earth suggests that Disney might be setting the stage for a new Alien vs. Predator (AVP) crossover. Let's delve into the developments within these franchises and explore why an AVP return to the big screen could be imminent.
Evil Easter Eggs ----------------The teaser trailer for Predator: Badlands has sparked speculation among fans about a potential new AVP film. It introduces Elle Fanning as a Weyland-Yutani synthetic with ties to a new Predator named Dek, confirmed by Trachtenberg as the film's protagonist. While the inclusion of a Weyland-Yutani android in a Predator film isn't definitive proof of an Alien crossover, it gains significance when paired with the promotional videos for Alien: Earth.
The Gestation Complete teaser for Alien: Earth is packed with Easter eggs tied to Alien lore. It features the black liquid mutagen from Prometheus, leading to an egg sac reminiscent of one seen in Alien: Romulus. The creature emerging from it, while resembling a facehugger, shows signs of mutation. This specimen, found on a ship called the Maginot, similar to the Nostromo, is labeled "Species 37" and marked with unknown DNA by the ship's computer, MU-TH-UR. Given that the series is set two years before the events of Alien, this suggests that Species 37 might have been the initial clue leading Weyland-Yutani to the Xenomorphs.
A related teaser called Crate showcases specimen containers, with a narrator mentioning the collection of five different life forms from the universe's darkest corners. While a classic Xenomorph is visible, the mention of five species hints at an expansion of the alien roster. Could one of these species be connected to the Predators? This aligns with Predator: Badlands being set on an alien world where Dek hunts extraterrestrial creatures. Perhaps Elle Fanning's android was searching for these specimens, or one of these monsters might mutate into something featured in Badlands or Killer of Killers. While we await the premiere for confirmation, the possibility of Predator DNA in Alien: Earth is intriguing.Alien and Predator’s Long, Intertwined History
The Alien and Predator franchises have been intertwined since the 1989 Dark Horse comic series Aliens vs. Predator, predating their cinematic clash in the 2004 film. The iconic Easter egg in Predator 2, featuring a Xenomorph skull on the Predator's trophy wall, further solidified their shared universe. Throughout the '90s, numerous AVP comics and video games reinforced this connection, long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe popularized the concept of shared universes.
Despite the early success of the AVP films in the 2000s, they failed to capture lasting audience interest due to poor critical reception. While they performed well at the box office, the franchise was treated as a B-tier property by 20th Century Fox, despite the legacy of excellent films in both the Alien and Predator series. Ridley Scott's Alien, James Cameron's Aliens, and John McTiernan's Predator are all celebrated classics. The 2010s saw further challenges with the Prometheus series and Shane Black's The Predator, but recent successes like Prey and Alien: Romulus have revitalized the franchises. With teases of upcoming projects, the prospect of a new AVP film feels closer than ever.
AnswerSee ResultsConverging for Carnage ----------------------The anticipation grows with the development of a sequel to Alien: Romulus, with director Fede Álvarez set to return. Álvarez has expressed interest in directing an AVP film, suggesting a surprise crossover where audiences are unaware of the impending clash until the other creature appears. This approach could revitalize the franchise, especially given the success of Alien: Romulus, which reintroduced the Alien universe while maintaining elements from the Prometheus series.
Álvarez's enthusiasm for an AVP film offers hope for a fresh take on the crossover. The previous films, set on contemporary Earth, limited their scope and struggled with character development. A new AVP could disregard these films and start anew, perhaps with Dek from Predator: Badlands as the protagonist. Additionally, exploring the Predalien concept or introducing a hybrid creature combining Alien, Predator, and Engineer DNA could add a thrilling new dimension to the series.
With both Alien and Predator franchises now thriving, the idea of a crossover film is more appealing than ever. Given the popularity of cinematic universes and cross-medium storytelling, a new AVP film seems inevitable. With talented filmmakers like Álvarez and Trachtenberg involved, fans might soon witness the epic battle between these iconic monsters on the big screen.
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