Comparison Freshness: Jan 29, 2026
Predator: BadlandsVSAvatar: Fire and Ash
🏆 Rating Winner
Predator: Badlands
HIT
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Avatar: Fire and Ash
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Action hits, Predator: Badlands takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.5 lead in ratings. However, Avatar: Fire and Ash continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 7.8
Audience Rating
★ 7.3
$184,561,056
Box Office
$1,378,692,505
$105,000,000
Budget
$350,000,000
107 min
Runtime
198 min
Nov 5, 2025
Release Date
Dec 17, 2025
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
Audience consensus clearly favors Predator: Badlands over Avatar: Fire and Ash. With a strong rating of 7.8, Predator: Badlands has established itself as a superior benchmark in Action storytelling, whereas Avatar: Fire and Ash took more creative risks that split its viewer base.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, Avatar: Fire and Ash was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than Predator: Badlands. Its financial success in 2025 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Action and Science Fiction makes this an interesting study in style. Predator: Badlands prioritizes visceral spectacle and pacing, creating a adrenaline-fueled experience. On the other hand, Avatar: Fire and Ash is all about broad narrative appeal, leading to a much more engaging narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: It's a split decision. Watch Predator: Badlands if you prioritize storytelling depth and audience scores. However, if you want a culturally massive event that dominated the conversation (and the box office), Avatar: Fire and Ash is your pick.