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Humans often pride themselves on being at the top of the food chain, but in the galactic arena of the Predator franchise, we're merely prey. The saga, which kicked off with the iconic Arnold Schwarzenegger film in 1987, revolves around the Yautja—tall, trophy-hunting aliens who scour the universe for the ultimate thrill of the hunt and occasionally abduct species for sport on their home world.
The first two Predator films, released in 1987 and 1990, established the foundation of the series. Given the cinematic menace of the Xenomorphs from the Alien series, the crossover into a shared universe with two Alien vs. Predator movies in the 2000s was a natural progression. Over the next decade, directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg each added their unique flair to the franchise.
With two new Predator movies set to hit screens in 2025, now is the perfect time to revisit the original sci-fi classics. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer, we've compiled a guide to help you watch every Predator movie in order. Below, you'll find the complete timeline of the Predator movies and information on 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 to incorporate the full timeline.
How Many Predator Movies Are There?
The Predator franchise boasts a total of seven movies—four in the main series, two Alien crossovers, and one prequel. Two more Predator films are scheduled for release in 2025.
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Predator Movies in (Chronological) Order
1. Prey (2022)
Prey serves as a prequel and is intended to be watched after the other films (particularly 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 faces off against a primitive Predator while on a hunt with her brother. Determined to prove herself, Naru embarks on a thrilling journey to take down the alien hunter.
Read IGN's review of Prey
Where to Stream: Hulu
2. Predator (1987)
It all began with 1987's Predator, directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, and Shane Black. This action classic follows a military rescue team ambushed by an invisible alien hunter in the jungles of South America. Schwarzenegger's Dutch must outsmart and defeat the technologically advanced predator.
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
3. Predator 2 (1990)
Set in a crime-ridden, heatwave-stricken Los Angeles in 1997, Predator 2 introduces a new cast, including Danny Glover, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, and María Conchita Alonso. They battle both a ruthless cartel and a Predator hunting in the city.
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 that revitalized both the Predator and Alien series. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, AVP explores the historical connection between the Yautja and Xenomorphs, revealing centuries-old hunts on Earth. 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)
Continuing directly from AVP, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem introduces the "Predalien," a hybrid creature that wreaks havoc on a small Colorado town. A Predator "cleaner" is sent to eliminate the 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 unique for not being set on Earth. It follows a group of human "killers" abducted to a Yautja game reserve where they're hunted by rival Predator tribes. The film stars Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Laurence Fishburne, Topher Grace, and Alice Braga.
Read IGN's review of Predators
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
7. The Predator (2018)
Directed by Shane Black, The Predator revisits the franchise's roots with a squad of unstable soldiers facing off against two Predators. The film stars Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, Thomas Jane, and Alfie Allen, and teases future storylines, including hints at crossover potential.
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 slated for 2025. *Predator: Badlands*, hitting theaters on November 7, 2025, will star Elle Fanning and focus on the Predator as the protagonist, directed by Dan Trachtenberg.The second film, also directed by Trachtenberg, was initially kept under wraps but is now revealed as Predator: Killer of Killers. This animated feature will explore three different historical encounters with the ultimate hunter and is set to premiere directly on Hulu on June 6, 2025.
