Prey received widespread critical acclaim, with many reviewers rating it as the best installment in the franchise since the original, often highlighting Amber Midthunder's performance, the film's intense action, and its focus on suspense.
The film bypassed a theatrical release to stream exclusively on Hulu and Disney+ beginning August 5, 2022. It was presented in 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos audio, with both English and a full Comanche language option available.
The Predator in this film is a more "primal" version than those seen previously, featuring a bone mask and a more athletic, feline movement style compared to the "bulking stuntman" look of earlier iterations. Cast and Production Details
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Prey is a prequel set in 1719 on the Great Plains. The story follows (Amber Midthunder), a skilled young Comanche woman who defies traditional roles to prove her worth as a hunter.
While tracking a mountain lion, Naru discovers that something far more dangerous is stalking her tribe: a (Dane DiLiegro) equipped with advanced extraterrestrial weaponry. The narrative focuses on a deadly game of cat-and-mouse, where Naru must use her ingenuity, environmental knowledge, and traditional tools to outsmart an adversary that is physically and technologically superior. Production and Creative Vision
Prey features a largely Native American and First Nations cast, led by Amber Midthunder (Naru), Dakota Beavers (Taabe), and Dane DiLiegro (Feral Predator). The film's atmosphere was enhanced by cinematographer Jeff Cutter's naturalistic lighting and a score by Sarah Schachner that blended orchestral sounds with Indigenous instruments.