Polygon.com / 06.06.25

Predator: Killer of Killers gives Arnold Schwarzenegger a perfect path to return

Dan Trachtenberg and Joshua Wassungs animated movie Predator: Killer of Killers introduces many new elements to the decades-old science fiction franchise, just like Trachtenbergs Prey did back in 2022. There are dramatic new Predator designs and places Predator-vs.-human fights in eras where weve never seen them before. Most startlingly, it brings in some inspiration from Christopher Guests dog-pageant comedy Best In Show. But for Predator fans, the real revelation comes right at the end of the story, with a final reveal that opens up all kinds of Predator sequel possibilities. For one, it suggests a perfect return path for Dutch, Arnold Schwarzeneggers character from the 1987 movie that kicked off the entire series. Obviously, we had to ask Trachtenberg whether hes planning a Killer of Killers sequel, whether he wants to see Dutch back in action, and more questions about that big reveal. Just as obviously, we had to put his answers after a spoiler break. [Ed. note: Spoilers ahead abou...
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