The Predator eventually picks off all members of the team except for Dutch, leading to a final face-off.

However,the Predator investigates Dutchup close, looking at his head specifically, before leaving him alone.

He earns the Predator’s respect as a worthy adversary.

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That’s why the Predator decides to make it a fair fight instead of an execution.

Why The Predator Doesn’t Kill Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Dutch Immediately

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A team of elite commandos led by Major Dutch Schaefer is sent on a rescue mission deep in the Central American jungle. However, they soon find themselves hunted by an extraterrestrial warrior with advanced technology and a penchant for collecting human trophies. As the creature picks them off one by one, Dutch must rely on his wits and combat skills to survive the ultimate test of man versus alien​.

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