"Hunter of Hunters: Predator Cements Its Title"
In a groundbreaking move for the Predator franchise, the adult animated anthology film, Predator: Killer of Killers, is set to premiere on Hulu on June 6, 2025. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Josh Wassung, and Micho Robert Rutale, this standalone work presents three captivating stories that span different eras, from 841 AD to WWII's North Pacific, and features impressive animation reminiscent of Arcane and Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
The film follows three formidable warriors - a Viking raider seeking revenge with her son, a feudal Japanese ninja engaged in a brutal conflict with his Samurai brother, and a World War II pilot investigating an otherworldly threat. Each warrior, a "killer" in their own right, becomes prey for an even deadlier opponent - the Predator, the ultimate killer of killers.
The plot unfolds in an episodic manner, with each warrior initially battling their own struggles before being drawn into a confrontation with the Predators. The diverse fighters are eventually brought before an alpha Predator leader on Yautja Prime, where they are forced into battle among themselves, with the promise that the last one standing will face the leader in a final contest.
The film explores themes of survival and cooperation, predator as the ultimate adversary, sacrifice and legacy, and the cycle of violence. The characters must learn to trust and cooperate, emphasizing that only by uniting can they hope to face their true adversary. The climax sees some of the warriors escaping, while others are left behind or captured for future Predator hunts.
Predator: Killer of Killers prioritizes action and gore over tension, but maintains a level of tension through visceral violence and relentless Predator pursuit. The film is the Predator franchise's first full foray into animation and is part of a future trilogy.
Michael Biehn stars in Predator: Killer of Killers, following the franchise's successful return with the 2022 film Prey, despite previous failures in the 2010s. The film's animation was produced by The Third Floor using Unreal Engine, bringing a visually dynamic and cohesive style to these interwoven stories.
Two more Predator projects are scheduled for 2025: Predator: Badlands in November, and Killer of Killers. The final act of Killer of Killers is full of fun beats and leaves room for future installments, promising an exciting future for the Predator franchise in the realm of animation.
- Gizmodo might highlight the groundbreaking animation style in Predator: Killer of Killers, comparing it to Arcane and Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
- Io9-reviews could cover Predator: Killer of Killers, discussing its focus on action and gore, and its potential to revitalize the Predator franchise in the realm of future technology-driven media.
- In the world of entertainment, movies-and-tv, and technology, Predator: Killer of Killers is set to release alongside another Predator project in 2025, potentially marking a new era for the Predator franchise in the field of animation.
