The new teaser for Prey has arrived, showcasing a standout moment in the Predator saga with a fresh, fierce lead at the center of the action.
The first official teaser from 20th Century Studios is here for the upcoming action thriller Prey. While the title is simple, the story it tells sits firmly within the iconic Predator franchise, taking place three centuries before the modern era. This installment shifts the spotlight from the familiar hero to a young Comanche woman named Naru, who rises from the fringes to challenge the unknown that stalks her homeland. In the teaser, she bursts from the forest into a sunlit field of tall grass, a moment that underscores her resolve and the peril she faces. A tribesman signals for silence, bow poised toward the darkness of the undergrowth, as eerie signs emerge. Three glowing dots from the Predator’s targeting laser briefly illuminate his trajectory, hinting at the danger encircling the group.
Set long before contemporary conflicts, Prey centers on Naru as she trains to prove herself within a culture that often keeps its strongest voices in the background. Her aspiration to be a leading fighter drives her to push past constraints and expectations, even as the realities of tribal life press in from every side. When a threat endangers her people, Naru answers the call, stepping beyond the shadows to confront an alien force. The Predator itself appears only in flashes within the teaser, its presence masked by advanced cloaking technology. The unmistakable clicking sound associated with the creature punctuates the trailer, reminding viewers of the tension that runs through the series.
Audience reactions to the trailer have been mixed. Many fans of the franchise praised the teaser for its atmosphere and the fresh perspective it offers. A portion of the response, however, reflected uncertainty about pitting a Predator against warriors who rely on bows and arrows rather than modern weapons. The debate highlighted how much a reimagined setting can shift expectations while honoring the legacy of the series.
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Prey invites viewers to an era long before the cinematic timelines most audiences know. Trachtenberg has earned recognition for work on acclaimed thrillers and television series, which informs a direction that blends suspense, survival, and vivid frontier visuals. The film is part of a broader franchise that continues to expand its universe with new stories and characters, offering fans a balance of nostalgia and novelty as it introduces a compelling heroine to audiences in Canada and the United States.