Humans often take pride in being at the top of Earth's food chain, but in the cosmic arena of the *Predator* franchise, we're mere prey to the towering Yautja. These extraterrestrial hunters, introduced in the iconic 1987 film featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, roam the galaxy in search of worthy adversaries, sometimes even abducting species for hunts back on their home planet.
The franchise kicked off with the first two films in 1987 and 1990, setting the stage for an epic saga. The introduction of Xenomorphs from the *Alien* series led to a thrilling crossover in the 2000s with two *Alien vs. Predator* movies. Over the years, directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg have each added their unique touch to the franchise.
With two new *Predator* movies slated for 2025, now is the perfect time to dive into the original sci-fi classics. Whether you're a fan looking to watch in chronological order or by release date, we've compiled the ultimate guide to the *Predator* movie timeline and where to watch them online.
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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 whole timeline.
How Many Predator Movies Are There?
There are a total of seven movies in the Predator franchise — four in the mainline series of films, 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 is a prequel set in 1719 across the Great Plains, making it the perfect starting point for a chronological watch. It follows Naru, a young Comanche woman played by Amber Midthunder, who faces a primitive Predator while proving her worth as a hunter. This thrilling addition to the saga offers a fresh perspective on the Yautja's history.
Read IGN's review of Prey***
Where to Stream: Hulu
2. Predator (1987)
The original Predator, directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, and Shane Black, is a legendary action film. It follows a military rescue team ambushed by an invisible alien hunter in the South American jungle. Dutch, played by Schwarzenegger, must outsmart and defeat the technologically advanced Predator.
Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video
3. Predator 2 (1990)
Predator 2 shifts the setting to a futuristic 1997 Los Angeles, where a new Predator hunts amidst a heatwave and gang war. Danny Glover leads a team of cops trying to survive the alien's deadly game.
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4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
After a 14-year hiatus, the franchise returned with AVP: Alien vs. Predator, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. This crossover film blends the Predator and Alien universes, revealing the Yautja's centuries-long tradition of hunting Xenomorphs on Earth. Sanaa Lathan and Lance Henriksen star in this thrilling blend of sci-fi and horror.
Read IGN's review of AVP: Alien vs. Predator***
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5. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)
Aliens vs Predator: Requiem continues directly from AVP, introducing the terrifying Predalien. Set in a small Colorado town, this film follows the chaos unleashed by the hybrid creature and the Predator sent to clean up the mess.
Read IGN's review of Alien vs. Predator: Requiem***
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6. Predators (2010)
Predators, directed by Robert Rodriguez, takes the action off Earth to a Yautja game reserve planet. With a cast including Adrien Brody and Laurence Fishburne, the film explores how humans are abducted for sport between rival Yautja tribes. While its exact timeline is unclear, it's best placed here for a chronological watch.
Read IGN's review of Predators***
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7. The Predator (2018)
Directed by Shane Black, The Predator brings the franchise back to Earth, following a group of soldiers facing off against two Predators and their sinister plans involving DNA splicing. The film teases future possibilities, 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
If you prefer watching the films in the order they were released, 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 shrouded in secrecy until recently. Predator: Killer of Killers is an animated film exploring three different historical encounters with the ultimate hunter, set to premiere on Hulu on June 6, 2025.
