The Predator (2018)
A gritty, brisk thriller unleashes the universe's deadliest hunters on Earth, challenging a ragtag crew.
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.
How intense is The Predator?
The Predator is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Predator feels like
- Tone
- grittypulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Predator
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Predator for you?
Is The Predator scary?
Only a little. The Predator has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Predator gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Predator sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Predator OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is The Predator?
The Predator runs 1h 47m.
Where can I stream The Predator?
The Predator is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Predator have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
Cast and crew
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