‘Predator: Badlands’ final trailer teases Elle Fanning’s sinister double twist

Elle Fanning shocks fans in ‘Predator: Badlands’ as she plays eerie twins on the galaxy’s most dangerous planet

The final trailer for Predator: Badlands has arrived, unveiling a chilling twist that has fans hooked. Elle Fanning stars in dual roles as Thia, a damaged Weyland-Yutani android, and Tessa, her full-bodied twin with a darker presence. The footage teases that one sister may be an ally, while the other could become a deadly threat, leaving viewers questioning which side Fanning’s characters truly stand on.

The story follows Dek, a young Predator portrayed by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, who rescues Thia after she is left legless. Thia warns him that the planet they are stranded on is the most dangerous in the universe and that he is no longer the apex hunter. The trailer then cuts to terrifying beasts, mechanised giants, and a hostile environment filled with relentless threats.

The contrast between Thia’s white clothing and pale eyes and Tessa’s black outfit and ominous gaze hints at a battle of identities. This eerie twin dynamic places Fanning at the centre of the movie’s intrigue, with her dual performance already generating viral discussion online. Some fans are speculating that her sinister twin could emerge as the film’s true villain.

Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who revitalised the franchise with Prey, the new instalment promises to push the boundaries of the Predator saga. Patrick Aison penned the screenplay, which focuses on Dek and Thia’s uneasy alliance as they embark on a dangerous journey to face the ultimate adversary.

With a November 7 release date set for RealD 3D and IMAX, Predator: Badlands positions itself as one of the year’s most anticipated sci-fi blockbusters. The suspense around Fanning’s twin roles ensures the film is already a trending talking point, fuelling speculation about how her characters will influence the fate of Predator lore.