Comparison Freshness: Feb 05, 2026
Like Stars on EarthVSPredator: Badlands
🏆 Rating Winner
Like Stars on Earth
HIT
Comparison
Rating
Vote Count
Release Date
Runtime
Budget
Revenue
Genres
Predator: Badlands
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Drama hits, Like Stars on Earth takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.2 lead in ratings. However, Predator: Badlands continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 8.0
Audience Rating
★ 7.8
$28,430,000
Box Office
$184,561,056
$2,600,000
Budget
$105,000,000
162 min
Runtime
107 min
Dec 21, 2007
Release Date
Nov 5, 2025
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
In terms of audience reception, both Like Stars on Earth (8) and Predator: Badlands (7.8) stand on equal footing. They both managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist of their respective release years (2007 and 2025), proving that quality storytelling resonates regardless of the sub-genre.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, Predator: Badlands was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than Like Stars on Earth. Its financial success in 2025 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Drama and Action makes this an interesting study in style. Like Stars on Earth prioritizes emotional resonance and character study, creating a grounded and reflective experience. On the other hand, Predator: Badlands is all about visceral spectacle and pacing, leading to a much more adrenaline-fueled narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: It's a split decision. Watch Like Stars on Earth if you prioritize storytelling depth and audience scores. However, if you want a culturally massive event that dominated the conversation (and the box office), Predator: Badlands is your pick.