Predator Badlands Box Office Projections Aren’t Looking Good — Will This be Disney’s Fourth Flop in a Row?

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As a film critic, I’m seeing some serious trouble brewing for Disney. They’re facing another potential flop, and this time it’s with a franchise that used to be a guaranteed hit. Early predictions for Predator Badlands aren’t looking good at all, and everyone – from Wall Street to theater owners and regular movie fans – is keeping a very close eye on how this one performs.

According to industry source Global Box Office, the new Predator film, Badlands, is predicted to earn between $23 million and $32 million in its opening weekend in the United States and Canada. This is despite the film reportedly costing over $100 million to make.

The analysis warned that this movie might be Disney’s fourth consecutive box office failure.

PREDATOR: BADLANDS is going to be @Disney’s 4th bomb in a row this year.

It’s tracking to make $23M-$32M this coming weekend, holding a budget of over $100M.

The last successful movie released by Disney was ‘Freakier Friday’, back in August.

‘Zootopia’ can’t come soon enough!

— Global Box Office (@GlobalBoxOff) November 3, 2025

Even if Predator Badlands does well at the box office, experts believe it will still be difficult to make a profit. Global Box Office notes that with a $100 million budget, the film needs to earn at least $250 million worldwide just to cover its costs.

Although it’s not entirely out of the question, success isn’t guaranteed for a company that’s had a very difficult year. They’ve experienced major disappointments with films like Snow White, Captain America: Brave New World, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Elio, and, most recently, Tron: Ares.

Disney Has an Audience Trust Problem

The worrying signs aren’t just about low ticket sales. Many fans online are expressing burnout with the series, pointing to inconsistent trailers and a feeling that Disney isn’t paying attention to what audiences want. One fan even said their initial enthusiasm disappeared after seeing the trailers, leaving them feeling uncertain about the movie.

I was excited for this movie in its announcement but the trailer literally killed my excitement 😮‍💨

— Ashish X Cinema (@AshishXCinema) November 4, 2025

Despite fans’ hopes, people are still talking about a loss of faith in a brand that used to be a leader in the entertainment industry.

Meanwhile… Warner Bros Keeps Winning

Disney is working to regain its footing, but Warner Bros. is taking a very different approach in 2025. As reported by That Park Place, Warner Bros. has become the first studio to release seven consecutive films that each opened with over $40 million in revenue. They achieved this by carefully managing their budget and focusing on what their fans want.

The contrast is striking.

Warner Bros. has been focusing on safe, affordable movies that audiences generally enjoy. Disney, on the other hand, has been investing heavily in big-name franchises, but those investments haven’t always paid off.

For years, Disney was the king of the hill, but honestly, things feel different now. Other studios are sensing an opportunity, and more importantly, people are clearly choosing to spend their money on something other than Disney films. It’s a real shift in the landscape, and it’s happening right before our eyes.

Zootopia 2 & Avatar on the Horizon

Even those who are generally positive about Disney admit the company’s success likely depends on how well its upcoming movies, Zootopia 2 and Avatar: Fire and Ash, perform. These films are being heavily promoted as Disney’s biggest releases of the moment.

The studio has had a string of unsuccessful projects and underwhelming responses from viewers, and now really needs a hit.

Final Thoughts

Just a few years ago, it would have been hard to imagine Disney movies performing so poorly. Now, it’s another signal that the studio is struggling to get back on track.

Will Predator Badlands succeed despite low expectations and change the current pattern? It’s certainly possible – the box office often delivers unexpected results. However, if current predictions prove accurate, Disney might have to face a previously unimaginable situation.

Audiences expect less from the studio than ever before.

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2025-11-05 21:01