
The Alien and Predator series are cornerstones of science fiction and horror cinema, each with a rich history. The initial movie for the Alien series, also titled Alien, hit screens in 1979 under Ridley Scott’s direction. It introduced a lethal extraterrestrial lifeform known as the Xenomorph. This film was so successful that it led to subsequent installments such as Aliens (1986), Alien 3 (1992), Alien: Resurrection (1997), Prometheus (2012), Alien: Covenant (2017), and Alien: Romulus (2024). In a similar vein, the Predator series debuted with its namesake film in 1987, directed by John McTiernan. It revolves around Major Dutch and his specialized military squad being pursued by an advanced alien hunter in the Central American jungle. Similar to its counterpart, it spawned numerous sequels including Predator 2 (1990), Predators (2010), The Predator (2018), and Prey (2022). Interestingly, Predator 2 showcases a Xenomorph skull in its trophy case, hinting at the shared universe. Eventually, moviegoers were treated to the much-anticipated face-off between these iconic creatures: Alien vs. Predator (2004) and Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007). The latest trailer for Predator: Badlands suggests another exciting crossover encounter.