The Predator

2018
12
1h 47m

IMDb RATING

5.3/10

156K

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When a young boy accidentally triggers the universe's most lethal hunters' return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled scientist can prevent the end of the human rac... Read allWhen a young boy accidentally triggers the universe's most lethal hunters' return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled scientist can prevent the end of the human race.When a young boy accidentally triggers the universe's most lethal hunters' return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled scientist can prevent the end of the human race.

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IMDb RATING

5.3/10

156K

YOUR RATING

POPULARITY

1,874

375

See production info at IMDbPro

Awards
- 1 win & 8 nominations total

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Summary

Reviewers say 'The Predator' received mixed opinions. Many appreciated the action, humor, and expanded mythos. Some enjoyed the R-rating and found it entertaining. However, others criticized the convoluted plot, inconsistent tone, and lack of character depth. The humor was often seen as forced. CGI effects and Predator portrayal were contentious. Despite criticisms, some found it enjoyable as an action-comedy.

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5brad-crossley

An abomination

Predator killer? Franchise killer...then again it died after Predator 2. As an original fan that has got to be the biggest, most disjointed load of tripe l have ever witnessed. I don't want to watch Aliens or Predator as a comedy. It's meant to be an action sci-fi horror. I'm not sure what Shane Black was trying to do here but it was awful and he should never be allowed near the Predator movies again. So much potential to be great but sadly a steaming pile of disappointment.

6dacianpelea

I did not have big expectations, but it was okay...

Am I the only one that actually enjoyed this movie? Was it even in the same league as the original predator? Hell no. But the special effects were great, the predator looked amazing, the action was entertaining, the acting was okay, majority of the attempts at humour were cringy, and there was little to no tension. BUT I enjoyed it for what it was, a B flick monster popcorn movie. I guess my expectations weren't that high, I knew what I was getting into.

3sepetcenk

An Insult to the franchise

It is a parody of Predator. Don't expect science fiction or story line just a poor action comedy film.

4dellamorte-44869

Bad

One step above parody. Without question it's the worst in the franchise.

3rachit666

Fans of the original movie, please avoid this. Absolute trash!!

What a train wreck of a movie!! Absolute garbage. Dumbass story, crap actors, one stupid decision after another, really generic and bad background score. This was disrespectful of the predator franchise. Forget the first two movies (this isn't even on the same continent as far as quality is concerned), even the AVP series was better. And the jokes...OH MY GOD THE JOKES...totally forced and lameass.

Anyone with even a shred of attachment to the legit classic that the first Pred movie was, kindly save yourself the trauma and avoid this one.

Shane black - can you please not direct any movie again? Pretty please?

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Trivia
When the Predator grabs its mask from the display case, the original Predator mask from the 1987 movie is briefly seen right next to it.

Goofs
The first Predator in the movie comes to Earth to deliver a weapon for Humans to defend themselves. It then goes on to kill almost every Human it comes in contact with and makes no attempt at communication.

Quotes
Casey Bracket: [In a lab filled with lab workers, as the Predator is laid out on an examination table] Why do you call it "the Predator"?
Traeger: It's a nickname. You know, the data suggests that it tracks its prey, exploits weaknesses. Seems to- well, enjoy it. Like a game.
Casey Bracket: That's not a predator, that's a sports hunter.
Traeger: Sorry?
Casey Bracket: A predator kills its prey to survive. I mean, what you're describing is more like a bass fisherman.
Traeger: Well, we took a vote. Predator's cooler, right?
[Rest of lab agrees]
Traeger: Fuck yeah.

Alternate versions
The Chinese version is heavily censored, and runs about 2 minutes shorter than the US version. It removes nearly all violence and gore, sometimes digitally erasing blood from existing scenes. In addition, nearly all profanity and sexual innuendo is either removed or alternate dialogue is used.

Connections
Featured in Conan: The Cast and Director of 'The Predator' (2018)

Soundtracks
Theme from Predator
Written by Alan Silvestri

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