‘Predator Badlands’ Dominates Box Office with $40M U.S., $80M Global Debut

Dan Trachtenberg’s latest film, *Predator: Badlands*, has made a significant impact at the box office. The movie launched with impressive numbers, generating $40 million in the U.S. alone, setting a new record for the franchise.

Box Office Performance

*Predator: Badlands* opened in 3,725 theaters, surpassing early predictions of $25 million. It not only topped the domestic box office but also matched its international earnings, bringing the global total to $80 million.

Franchise Records Broken

• Best domestic opening for the *Predator* franchise: $40 million
• Biggest global opening, surpassing 2018’s *Predator* with $48.9 million
• Highest opening exceeding *AVP: Alien vs. Predator*’s $38.4 million (2004)

Critical Reception

The film has received glowing reviews, reflected in its A- CinemaScore, the best rating for any *Predator* movie. The audience reaction is also impressive, with a 95 percent audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Plot Overview

The film introduces Dek, a villainous Predator portrayed by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. He teams up with Thia, a synthetic character played by Elle Fanning. Together, they embark on a quest on Genna, the most dangerous planet in the universe.

Market Trends

The success of *Predator: Badlands* contributed to a notable overall increase in box office revenue for the weekend. This marks a positive change compared to last year’s performance during the same weekend.

Other Notable Releases

• *Regretting You*: $7.1 million domestically, $70.9 million globally
• *Black Phone 2*: $5.2 million domestically, $120.4 million globally
• *Sarah’s Oil*: $4.5 million from 2,410 theaters
• *Nuremberg*: $4.1 million from 1,802 locations

Each of these films is benefiting from positive audience reactions, contributing to a revitalized box office atmosphere. In contrast, *Die My Love* and *Christy*, despite critical acclaim for performances, struggled to capture audience interest, resulting in lower box office totals.

Conclusion

With its strong debut, *Predator: Badlands* is setting the stage for future entries in the franchise. As audiences embrace well-crafted films, it’s clearer than ever that quality storytelling leads to box office success.