Arnold Schwarzenegger Reveals Predator, Commando, and Conan Sequels in the Works

The action star confirms he's in talks to reprise his iconic roles in long-awaited sequels.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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In a surprise announcement at the annual Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio, Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed that he is in discussions to return to several of his most famous action movie franchises. The actor confirmed he has been approached by 20th Century Fox about appearing in a new Predator film directed by Dan Trachtenberg, as well as a potential Commando sequel. Schwarzenegger also shared that a King Conan movie is in development, with acclaimed director Christopher McQuarrie attached to write and direct.

Why it matters

Schwarzenegger's return to these iconic roles would be a major event for action movie fans, as the actor's charismatic performances helped define these beloved franchises. The news also signals renewed interest from Hollywood studios in reviving classic 80s and 90s action properties, potentially opening the door for more nostalgia-fueled sequels and reboots.

The details

According to Schwarzenegger, 20th Century Fox has reached out to him about appearing in a new Predator film, which would reunite him with director Dan Trachtenberg, who has helmed several recent projects in the franchise. The actor also revealed that Fox has presented him with a script for a potential Commando sequel, titled Commando 2, though details on the plot and other casting are still unknown. Additionally, Schwarzenegger shared that a King Conan movie is in development, with acclaimed director Christopher McQuarrie attached to write and direct the film.

  • The annual Arnold Sports Festival, where Schwarzenegger made these announcements, took place in Columbus, Ohio in March 2026.

The players

Arnold Schwarzenegger

An iconic action star known for his roles in films like the Terminator franchise, Predator, Commando, and the Conan series.

Dan Trachtenberg

A director who has helmed several recent Predator projects, including the acclaimed animated film Predator: Killer of Killers.

Christopher McQuarrie

An acclaimed writer and director who has worked on several Tom Cruise films, and is now attached to write and direct a new King Conan movie.

20th Century Fox

The major Hollywood studio that has reportedly reached out to Schwarzenegger about reprising his roles in new Predator and Commando sequels.

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What they’re saying

“They did an additional Predator and the director (Dan Trachtenberg) has been doing a great job of that. Now, he wants me to be in the next Predator. We've talked about it.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger (The Arnold Fans)

“As a matter of fact, FOX Studios has kind of rediscovered 'Arnold.' They've come to me and said, 'We want you to do Predator, we just got a script for you to do Commando 2.'”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger (The Arnold Fans)

“They just hired a fantastic writer/director who did Tom Cruise's last four movies. They just hired him (Christopher McQuarrie) to write and direct King Conan.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger (The Arnold Fans)

What’s next

Details on the potential Predator, Commando, and King Conan sequels, including release dates, plot details, and additional casting, are expected to be announced in the coming months as the projects move forward in development.

The takeaway

Arnold Schwarzenegger's return to his most iconic action roles would be a major event for fans, signaling renewed interest from Hollywood studios in reviving classic 80s and 90s properties. The news highlights Schwarzenegger's enduring popularity and the continued demand for high-octane action movies featuring the legendary actor.