Elle Fanning in Talks for Lead in New 'Predator' Film 'Badlands'

Actor Elle Fanning is in discussions to play the lead role in the upcoming 'Predator' movie titled 'Badlands'. Dan Trachtenberg, who directed the 2022 film 'Prey', will direct the new project. The film's script is co-written by Trachtenberg and Patrick Aison, and will continue the franchise's long-standing legacy.

Actor Elle Fanning is reportedly in talks to headline the upcoming 'Predator' movie, 'Badlands'.

Entertainment news outlet The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Dan Trachtenberg, known for directing the franchise's 2022 entry 'Prey', will helm the new film. The storyline and script have been co-written by Trachtenberg and Patrick Aison, who also collaborated on 'Prey', starring Amber Midthunder.

The 'Predator' franchise, which began with the 1987 classic featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carl Weathers, has evolved through multiple sequels and crossovers with the 'Alien' franchise. Fanning, widely recognized for her roles in 'Maleficent', 'The Neon Demon', '20th Century Women', and Hulu's 'The Great', is set to bring a fresh perspective to this iconic series.

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