Paramount Deal Won't Stifle 'Predator' Future
A new development in Dan Trachtenberg's Paramount deal has left fans breathing a sigh of relief. Contrary to concerns that his first-look partnership with the studio would put the future of 'Predator' on hold, Trachtenberg has assured us that it won't be the end of the franchise just yet.
Trachtenberg sat down with io9 recently to discuss the upcoming home release of 'Predator: Badlands', and was asked directly if his Paramount deal meant he'd never direct another 'Predator' movie. The answer, fortunately, is no. "It does not mean that," Trachtenberg replied. Instead, it simply means that he's now working with a new partner who shares his vision for the franchise.
The director confessed to being in a similar state of mind when he directed 'Prey', where he was eager to explore new creative avenues and ideas. His excitement over a potential 'Predator' protagonist and animated movie featuring multiple time periods aligns perfectly with what Paramount has to offer.
Trachtenberg's enthusiasm for the franchise is evident, as he acknowledged that his deal with Paramount means he'll now have the opportunity to bring some of his long-held ideas to life. The studio also boasts an impressive portfolio of IP, which he believes will enable him to create something truly special.
While timing may play a role in the project's development, Trachtenberg reassures fans that everything is still on the table. It seems that 'Predator' has simply taken on new dimensions, and its future is looking brighter than ever.
The wait for 'Predator: Badlands' is almost over, with the film now available on demand and set to hit Disney+ and Hulu on February 12. Physical media releases are slated for February 17.
A new development in Dan Trachtenberg's Paramount deal has left fans breathing a sigh of relief. Contrary to concerns that his first-look partnership with the studio would put the future of 'Predator' on hold, Trachtenberg has assured us that it won't be the end of the franchise just yet.
Trachtenberg sat down with io9 recently to discuss the upcoming home release of 'Predator: Badlands', and was asked directly if his Paramount deal meant he'd never direct another 'Predator' movie. The answer, fortunately, is no. "It does not mean that," Trachtenberg replied. Instead, it simply means that he's now working with a new partner who shares his vision for the franchise.
The director confessed to being in a similar state of mind when he directed 'Prey', where he was eager to explore new creative avenues and ideas. His excitement over a potential 'Predator' protagonist and animated movie featuring multiple time periods aligns perfectly with what Paramount has to offer.
Trachtenberg's enthusiasm for the franchise is evident, as he acknowledged that his deal with Paramount means he'll now have the opportunity to bring some of his long-held ideas to life. The studio also boasts an impressive portfolio of IP, which he believes will enable him to create something truly special.
While timing may play a role in the project's development, Trachtenberg reassures fans that everything is still on the table. It seems that 'Predator' has simply taken on new dimensions, and its future is looking brighter than ever.
The wait for 'Predator: Badlands' is almost over, with the film now available on demand and set to hit Disney+ and Hulu on February 12. Physical media releases are slated for February 17.
So, I gotta say, this Paramount deal has me thinking... what's the real motive here? 
Is it just about bringing back 'Predator' or is there a bigger agenda at play? 
I mean, Trachtenberg's been in talks with another studio before, and now he's teamed up with Paramount. It's like they're trying to get their hands on the franchise for good! 
What if this deal is just the beginning of a bigger IP takeover? 
We gotta keep an eye on this one, folks... it's getting real interesting! 
he's still super passionate about the predator franchise and now has more creative freedom than ever! can't wait to see what he comes up with next 
! I mean, the guy has shown us some awesome stuff with 'Prey', and now he gets to team up with Paramount to bring his vision to life. The fact that they share his passion for the franchise is a huge win 
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. And let's be real, 'Predator' has got so much potential for animation and other formats – it's not just a straight-up action flick 
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he was just trying to explore new ideas like in prey, no way he'd pass up a chance to do another one 
this param deal is all about bringing his vision to life now 
wait for 'Predator: Badlands' on Feb 12 
! I love how excited he is about exploring different ideas and time periods... it sounds like he's gonna bring something totally fresh to the franchise. Can't wait for 'Predator: Badlands' to drop on Disney+ & Hulu in Feb 
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. The future of 'Predator' is looking brighter than ever! Can't wait to see what new ideas he brings to the table 
It's awesome to see him bringing his own ideas to life, especially with Paramount's solid track record of IP projects 
That would be a total bummer for fans like me who are invested in the franchise. But Dan Trachtenberg seems like he's on the same page as us - he wants to explore new ideas, not replace them. I'm also loving that Paramount has this cool IP portfolio to draw from. It's gonna be super interesting to see what kind of movie they come up with now! 
I'm so stoked about this news!!! Dan Trachtenberg's Paramount deal won't put 'Predator' on hold at all! 
Can you even imagine? He's got a whole new energy and ideas to bring to the franchise and that's what's gonna make it SO cool. The fact that he was worried people would think his deal meant no more 'Predator' movies is hilarious, like, who wouldn't want to see him bring some new heat to the table? 
I was getting a bit worried that the franchise might be stuck in neutral, but it sounds like he's got some awesome ideas brewing and is excited to bring them to life. The fact that he's still down for another go at directing a 'Predator' movie gives me major hope for the future of the franchise. I'm loving the animation idea with multiple time periods - that's some cool stuff! 
Dan Trachtenberg is all about bringing new ideas to the table & exploring different timelines which sounds super cool 