Humans like to think they're at the top of the food chain, but in the vast expanse of the galaxy, we're just barely holding our own in the cosmic gladiator arena. The Predator franchise, which kicked off with the iconic Arnold Schwarzenegger film in 1987, introduces us to the "Yautja"—towering, trophy-hunting aliens from space who roam the universe in search of worthy prey. These fearsome hunters not only seek out new worlds for their deadly sport but have also been known to abduct species for hunts back on their home planet.
The first two Predator films, released in 1987 and 1990, laid the foundation for this thrilling saga. As the Xenomorphs from the Alien series posed another existential threat to humanity, it was a natural progression in the 2000s to merge these universes with the Alien vs. Predator crossover films. Over the following years, directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg brought their unique visions to the franchise, enriching its lore and expanding its universe.
With two new Predator movies slated for release in 2025, now is the perfect time to dive back into the original sci-fi classics. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the series, we've got you covered with a complete timeline of the Predator movies and where you can watch them online.
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- How to watch in chronological order
- How to watch by release order
How to Watch the Predator Movies in Chronological Order
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You can also check out our guide to the Alien movies in order to incorporate the whole timeline.
How Many Predator Movies Are There?
There are currently seven movies in the Predator franchise—four mainline films, two Alien crossovers, and one prequel. Fans can look forward to two more Predator movies hitting screens in 2025.
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Predator Movies in (Chronological) Order
1. Prey (2022)
Prey serves as a prequel and is best watched after the other films, particularly Predator 2, but for a true chronological experience, start here. Set in 1719 on the Great Plains, Prey follows Naru, a young Comanche woman (played by Amber Midthunder), who faces more than she expected during a hunt with her brother. Crossing paths with a primitive Predator, Naru is determined to prove herself by taking down the alien threat in this fresh and thrilling addition to the three-decade saga.
Read IGN's review of Prey
Where to Stream: Hulu
2. Predator (1987)
The saga began with Predator in 1987, directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger alongside Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, and Shane Black. This action classic follows a military rescue team that finds itself outmatched by an invisible, alien hunter in the South American jungle. When the extraterrestrial's true nature is revealed, Schwarzenegger's Dutch must outsmart and defeat a technologically superior foe.
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
3. Predator 2 (1990)
Predator 2 shifts the action to a futuristic, crime-ridden 1997 Los Angeles. The film introduces a new cast, including Danny Glover, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, and María Conchita Alonso, as they tackle both a brutal cartel war and a Predator stalking the city for new victims.
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
After a 14-year hiatus, the franchise returned with a bang in 2004 with AVP: Alien vs. Predator, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. This crossover film injected new life into both the Predator and Alien series, revealing that Predators had been using Earth as a hunting ground for centuries, breeding Xenomorphs from humans for sport. The film stars Sanaa Lathan, Lance Henriksen, Raoul Bova, and Ewen Bremner.
Read IGN's review of AVP: Alien vs. Predator
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
5. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)
The sequel, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem, continues the battle immediately after AVP, introducing the terrifying "Predalien" hybrid that wreaks havoc in a small Colorado town. A Predator "cleaner" is sent to eliminate the threat, marking the final crossover film in the series.
Read IGN's review of Alien vs. Predator: Requiem
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
6. Predators (2010)
Directed by Robert Rodriguez, Predators breaks the mold by setting the action on a distant Yautja game reserve planet. This film features a stellar cast including Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Laurence Fishburne, Topher Grace, and Alice Braga, as they navigate their roles as abducted human "killers" used for sport by competing Yautja tribes.
Read IGN's review of Predators
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
7. The Predator (2018)
Shane Black, who starred in the original Predator, directed The Predator in 2018, returning the franchise to its roots with a squad of unstable soldiers (played by Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, Thomas Jane, and Alfie Allen) facing off against not one, but two Predators. The film hints at further developments, including potential crossovers with the Alien series.
Read IGN's review of The Predator
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
How to Watch the Predator Movies by Release Date
For those who prefer to watch the films in the order they were released in theaters, here's the list:
- Predator (1987)
- Predator 2 (1990)
- AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
- Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)
- Predators (2010)
- The Predator (2018)
- Prey (2022)
The Future of the Predator Franchise
Two new Predator movies are set to release in 2025. Predator: Badlands, hitting theaters on November 7, 2025, will star Elle Fanning and focus on the Predator as the protagonist, according to director Dan Trachtenberg.
The second film, also directed by Trachtenberg, was initially kept under wraps but is now revealed as Predator: Killer of Killers, an animated movie that will explore three different encounters with the ultimate killer across various historical periods. It is scheduled to premiere directly on Hulu on June 6, 2025.
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