The Predator

We’re giving The Predator (2018) a 6/10. It’s not the best in the franchise, but it’s far from the worst. The film had massive potential — with Shane Black (who appeared in the 1987 original) returning as writer/director — and it delivers some solid entertainment value, even if the tone and pacing are all over the place.

What we did enjoy was the cast dynamic. Boyd Holbrook leads with confidence, Olivia Munn brings intensity, and the supporting team (including Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, and Thomas Jane) add personality and humour that make the “Loonies” squad genuinely fun to watch. Their chemistry gives the film a Guardians of the Galaxy energy — just with more gore and profanity.

The action sequences are slick, the Predator designs look incredible, and the film’s upgraded Super Predator is a visual beast. However, the script’s uneven tone and overuse of comedy often undercut the tension that made the original Predator films so terrifying. Instead of the slow-burn suspense of a hunter stalking its prey, this one leans more toward chaotic blockbuster energy — fun, but not particularly scary.

The ending hints at franchise expansion — introducing a new piece of tech called the “Predator Killer” — but it left fans divided on whether the story justified another sequel.

Still, The Predator delivers enough action, nostalgia, and creature design to satisfy casual viewers and long-time fans looking for mindless sci-fi fun. It’s a decent watch with popcorn in hand — just don’t expect it to recapture the 1987 magic.

The Predator (2018) tried to evolve the franchise but got lost between tones — part horror, part comedy, part superhero flick. It’s a movie that entertains but doesn’t quite hit the deadly precision of its predecessors.

That said, it’s still worth a watch for the visuals, brutal kills, and Predator lore — plus, it’s always great to hear that chilling Predator growl echoing through the trees again.

Our Verdict: 6/10 – A fun, flawed return for the galaxy’s deadliest hunter.

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