“Predator Director Revives Kevin Costner’s Controversial Sci-Fi Epic With a Surprising Sequel Idea”

Predator Director Revives Kevin Costner’s Controversial Sci-Fi Epic With a Surprising Sequel Idea

Kevin Costner’s 1995 sci-fi epic Waterworld may have sunk at the box office, but its legacy continues to spark fascination nearly three decades later. Now, Prey director Dan Trachtenberg has revealed an unexpected idea for a potential sequel — one that could breathe new life into Costner’s ambitious, post-apocalyptic world.

In a recent interview, Trachtenberg expressed admiration for Waterworld’s world-building and visual ambition, noting that its premise still holds untapped potential. His pitch? A sequel set generations after the original film, exploring how humanity has evolved on a flooded Earth — and how myths of the “Dryland” explorers have turned into legend.

While no official project is in development, Trachtenberg’s interest highlights how Waterworld has transformed from a notorious Hollywood flop into a cult classic ripe for reinvention. With modern technology and storytelling techniques, a return to Costner’s oceanic dystopia might finally deliver the film’s long-promised greatness.