Elle Fanning is set to star in Badlands, the latest instalment of the Predator franchise, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who helmed the successful Prey. While plot details and Fanning's role remain under wraps, the film is generating significant buzz. Prey followed a young Comanche warrior battling a Predator and received critical acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations. Trachtenberg co-writes Badlands with Patrick Aison, known for Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan. Fanning recently starred in The Great and The Girl From Plainville. A direct sequel to Prey is also in development, with Badlands moving forward first. No release date has been announced.