Predator: Killer of Killers

Predator: Killer of Killers brings fresh animation and brutal, bloody action to the franchise - but the story lacks real substance.

The gritty, raw animation creates a strong atmosphere, backed by heavy textures and punchy sound design. When fists fly and blades clash, it feels impactful.

But the anthology format holds it back. Each part is short, and there's no time to build emotional weight. Especially in Part 1 (The Shield). However, the story itself feels generic and predictable.

The characters? Mostly flat archetypes. Character deaths feel hollow, and themes like teamwork were presented flat.

Part 1 (The Shield) - The fight against the Predator felt too smooth, as if every move had been carefully planned and choreographed.

Part 2 (The Sword) - stands out with its feudal Japan setting and a visually impressive fight, particularly due to the conflict between two brothers.

Part 3 (The Bullet) - Creatively staged and visually appealing. The Story reminds me a lot of classic movies.

Scores: The Shield - 5.5/10 The Sword - 7.5/10 The Bullet - 7.0/10 The Finale - 6.5/10

Overall : 6.5/10

A visual treat with raw energy - just don't expect depth.

From the animation, cinematography, choreography, score, messaging, and overall themes this movie does it all by sticking to a familiar formula and character tropes in a flawless way that makes for what unironically might be the best predator movie. The pacing is also very good for Its 80 minute run time. The film is so good at conveying what it's trying to be that for a quarter of the runtime there is little to no dialogue and yet you understand everything. Whether you're a fan of the predator franchise, wanting to get into it, or just want to turn on a gory, fun animated flick this film has it all!

This movie had an interesting concept but as a full length film it disappoints. It feels like a longer episode of Love+Death+Robots and should probably have been reserved for that series instead. The plot is very rushed and considering this is supposed to be a first encounter with an alien everyone just seem to accept that they are now being hunted by monsters as if that's just the norm. There is no build up, it's just straight to the action. The characters seem interesting but just when you feel like you're getting to like them their story is over. There are also some weird sequences where you really have to suspend your disbelief, especially in a certain flight scene. Also one of the characters apparently knows how to use the Yautja tech even though he has never seen it before, almost as if he is actually a Predator fan who has seen all the movies beforehand. Considering these fighters have no prep time to deal with the very sudden Predator attacks they make Dutch from the first movie look like an amateur. The fights seem way too even between human and Predator and that makes the predators seem kinda weak despite some really cool and gory kills on their part. I don't know how much Trachtenberg was involved with this film but it has me slightly worried for the next installment Predator: Badlands.

I recently watched Predator: Killer of Killers (2025) on Hulu. The storyline follows Predator warriors on Earth across different countries and historical eras, battling human warriors to the death.

The film is co-directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Prey) and Joshua Wassung, and features the voices of Michael Biehn (Aliens), Doug Cockle (Band of Brothers), and Rick Gonzalez (Old School).

I really loved this. Every segment felt solid, and the ending was tremendous. Funny enough, I spent most of the movie underselling the writing-there were even a few moments that made me roll my eyes-but the conclusion pulled everything together in a way that was much smarter than I expected.

The animation is excellent, with striking visuals: the flying scenes, blood effects, fire, and fight choreography all looked fantastic. The initial Viking sequence was easily my favorite. I also appreciated how each segment included its own human conflict or war that naturally led into the showdown with a Predator.

The different Predator designs-variations in size, shape, and weaponry-were cool and added depth to the world.

In short, Predator: Killer of Killers is a unique and worthwhile addition to the Predator universe. I'd score it a strong 7.5 to 8 out of 10 and highly recommend it.

If Prey's journey into the past ignited your imagination for more Predator encounters across diverse historical landscapes, then brace yourself. Predator: Killer of Killers takes that very fan desire and crafts something truly epic: a breathtakingly animated anthology where individual tales of survival and savagery cleverly weave together into a larger, interconnected narrative.

This isn't just a collection of standalone "what ifs." The film presents a series of visually stunning and distinct animated shorts, each plunging us into a different era to witness new warriors confronting the relentless Yautja. The animation itself is a masterclass - incredibly stylish, dynamic, and unafraid to depict the brutal reality of a Predator hunt. While each segment offers a unique and thrilling glimpse into a specific confrontation across time, they are designed to gradually converge, with threads and characters building towards a more encompassing storyline. This ambitious structure, showcasing varied settings and conflicts while still telling a cohesive, broader story, is where the animated medium truly shines, offering a scope that would be a colossal undertaking in live-action.

Be warned: this is an intense, mature-audience experience that revels in the ferocity of its premise. It's wildly creative, visually spectacular, and a visceral thrill from start to finish. For fans who've longed to see the Predator's lethal prowess tested across history, Predator: Killer of Killers delivers not just isolated skirmishes, but a cleverly constructed saga of interconnected hunts.