The newest Predator movie, Predator: Badlands, is now in theaters, and many fans are wondering if they need to stay in their seats after the film ends. The movie, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, is the first in the franchise to feature a Predator as the main hero. Unlike many modern blockbusters, this film does not have a scene after the credits. However, it does feature an important sequence right before the credits begin that sets up a potential sequel.
The Final Scene Before the Credits
Predator: Badlands tells a self-contained story, but its final moments introduce a new mystery. After the main action concludes, the movie shows a final scene just before the credits roll. This is sometimes called a pre-credits scene.
In this scene, the hero Dek, the android Thia, and the young creature Bud have just defeated Dek’s father on the Predator homeworld. As they stand together, a massive spaceship descends toward them. Thia asks Dek, “Friends of yours?” Dek replies, “My mother.” The film then immediately cuts to the credits. This brief moment introduces Dek’s mother, a character who could be important in a future story.
No Post-Credits Scene
You can leave the theater as soon as the credits start without missing any additional footage. Multiple sources confirm there is no scene during or after the credits. The story tease involving Dek’s mother is the final piece of film you will see. This approach is different from the previous movie, Prey, which did feature an end-credits scene.
A New Direction for the Franchise
Predator: Badlands is a significant shift for the series. It is the first film with no human characters and the first to have a Predator as the protagonist. The story follows a young Predator named Dek who forms an unlikely family with a helpful android and a young alien. The film ends with this new clan united, but the arrival of Dek’s mother hints that their peace might be short-lived. This setup has generated excitement about where the story could go next, though a sequel has not yet been officially announced.
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