Predator: Badlands Teases First-Ever Female Yautja Debut

According to the article, the upcoming Predator film, Predator: Badlands, is set to introduce a surprising new twist. In the wake of the protagonist, Dek, killing his father, the movie ends by hinting at the arrival of Dek's mother, a potential female Yautja. This revelation suggests that future Predator sequels may feature the first-ever live-action female Predator, which would be a groundbreaking development for the franchise.

Director Dan Trachtenberg confirms that he did have conversations with legendary creature designer Alec Gillis about creating a female Predator. However, Trachtenberg ultimately decided that it was something too significant to include in a movie that was already pushing the boundaries of the Predator universe. Predator: Badlands is the first Predator story to feature an alien protagonist, as well as the first time audiences will be brought to the Yautja homeworld in live-action.

With the franchise exploring new narrative avenues, the possibility of a female Predator remains an intriguing prospect for the future. Trachtenberg notes that fans and creatives have already imagined what a female Yautja could look like, and he is open to exploring the gender dynamics and sexual dimorphism within the alien society. As the Predator franchise continues to evolve, the introduction of a female Predator could be a game-changing moment for the series.