Will Arnold Schwarzenegger return as Dutch Schaefer in Predator?

Filmmakers have met with Arnold Schwarzenegger to discuss bringing his character, Dutch Schaefer, back to the Predator franchise.

Where was Dutch Schaefer last seen in the Predator franchise?

Dutch Schaefer was recently shown cryogenically frozen in the extended ending of "Predator: Killer of Killers".

Has Arnold Schwarzenegger commented on returning to Predator?

While he previously criticized sequels, Schwarzenegger appears interested in the current vision for the Predator franchise and has met with filmmakers.

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Dutch Returns: Schwarzenegger Back in Predator Universe?

2 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Arnold Schwarzenegger's Dutch Schaefer may return to the Predator franchise.
Character seen cryogenically frozen in recent "Predator: Killer of Killers" film.
Filmmakers have met with Schwarzenegger to discuss his potential comeback.

Dutch Returns: Schwarzenegger Back in Predator Universe?

Speculation is mounting regarding the return of Arnold Schwarzenegger's "Predator" character, Dutch Schaefer. The beloved soldier, absent since the original 1987 film, was recently featured in an extended ending of the animated "Predator: Killer of Killers," shown in cryogenic stasis. This appearance, coupled with director Dan Trachtenberg securing Schwarzenegger's permission, fuels anticipation.

Producers for the franchise have acknowledged reaching out to Schwarzenegger for discussions about his potential comeback. Producer Ben Rosenblatt stated that Schwarzenegger has been receptive, meeting with Trachtenberg and expressing interest in the franchise's current direction. This marks a significant shift, given Schwarzenegger's past criticisms of "Predator" sequels.