Humans often pride themselves on being at the top of the food chain, but in the vast expanse of the galaxy, we're just another species in the cosmic arena. The Predator franchise, which kicked off with the iconic Arnold Schwarzenegger film in 1987, introduces us to the "Yautja"—towering, trophy-hunting aliens who scour the universe for worthy prey and have been known to abduct species for hunts on their home planet.
The first two Predator films, released in 1987 and 1990, set the stage for this thrilling saga. The introduction of Xenomorphs from the Alien series, another cinematic threat to humanity, led to the creation of a shared universe in the 2000s with two Alien vs. Predator movies. In the subsequent decade, directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg each brought their unique vision to the franchise.
With two new Predator movies slated for release in 2025, now is the perfect time to dive into the original sci-fi classics. If you're looking to watch every Predator movie in order, we've got you covered! Below, you'll find the complete timeline of the Predator movies and where to watch them online.
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- How to watch in chronological order
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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 a total of seven movies in the Predator franchise—four in the mainline series, two Alien crossovers, and one prequel. Two new Predator movies are set to release in 2025.
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Predator Movies in (Chronological) Order
1. Prey (2022)
Prey serves as a prequel and is designed to be watched after the other films, especially Predator 2. However, for a true chronological experience, start here. Set in 1719 on the Great Plains, Prey follows a young Comanche woman, Naru (Amber Midthunder), who finds herself in the sights of a primitive Predator while on a hunt with her brother. Determined to prove herself, Naru sets out to take down the alien hunter 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 1987's Predator, directed by John McTiernan of Die Hard fame and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, and Shane Black (who later directed his own Predator film). This action classic follows a near-unstoppable military rescue team as they face an invisible alien hunter in the jungles of South America. When the alien'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)
A few years later, Predator 2 brought more action and horror, this time set in a futuristic 1997 Los Angeles amidst a heatwave and crime surge. The film follows a group of cops, including Danny Glover, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, and María Conchita Alonso, as they tackle a brutal Cartel war and a Predator stalking the city for 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 crossover event, merging with the Alien saga. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, Alien vs. Predator was a major hit, revitalizing both franchises. Set in present-day America, the film reveals that Predators have been using Earth for centuries to hunt Xenomorphs, using humans as breeding hosts. The cast includes 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 to AVP, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem, continues the battle immediately after the first crossover. Though not as successful, it introduced the "Predalien," a hybrid creature that wreaks havoc on a small Colorado town. A Predator "cleaner" is sent to eliminate this new threat.
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 is the only film in the series not set on Earth. It takes place on a Yautja game reserve where humans, specifically "established killers," are abducted for sport between rival Yautja tribes. The film stars Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Laurence Fishburne, Topher Grace, and Alice Braga. While the exact Earth year is unclear, it can be assumed to be around 2010.
Read IGN's review of Predators
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
7. The Predator (2018)
Directed by Shane Black, The Predator returned to the franchise's roots with a squad of unstable soldiers, including Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, Thomas Jane, and Alfie Allen, facing off against two rampaging Predators. The film hints at further adventures and even included alternate endings featuring time-traveling versions of Alien's Ellen Ripley and Rebecca "Newt" Jorden.
Read IGN's review of The Predator
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
How to Watch the Predator Movies by Release Date
If you prefer to watch the movies in the order they were released in theaters, follow this 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 feature the Predator as the protagonist, directed by Dan Trachtenberg.
The second movie, also directed by Trachtenberg, was kept under wraps for a while. Now confirmed as Predator: Killer of Killers, this animated film will explore three different encounters with the ultimate killer across various points in history. It is scheduled for release directly on Hulu on June 6.
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