"Predator Movies: Watch in Chronological Order"

Humans often pride themselves on being at the top of the food chain, but in the grand scheme 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-seeking hunters from space. These extraterrestrial warriors journey across planets in search of lethal competition and have been known to abduct species for thrilling hunts back on their home world.

The first two Predator films, released in 1987 and 1990, set the stage for this gripping saga. As the Xenomorphs from the Alien series pose another deadly threat to humanity, the 2000s saw the creation of a shared universe with two Alien vs. Predator movies. In the following years, directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg each added their unique flair to the franchise.

With two new Predator movies slated for 2025, now is the perfect time to revisit these sci-fi classics. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to help you watch every Predator movie in order. Below, you'll find the complete timeline of the Predator movies along with details on 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 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 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 on the Great Plains. It follows a young Comanche woman, Naru (Amber Midthunder), who, during a hunt with her brother, encounters a primitive Predator. 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 franchise began with 1987's Predator, directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger alongside Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, and Shane Black. This action classic sees a formidable military rescue team ambushed by an invisible alien hunter in the jungles of South America. Dutch (Schwarzenegger) must outsmart and defeat the technologically advanced predator.

Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video

3. Predator 2 (1990)

Set in a heatwave-stricken, crime-ridden 1997 Los Angeles, Predator 2 introduces a new cast, including Danny Glover, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, and María Conchita Alonso. They must navigate a deadly cartel war while also contending with a Predator stalking the city for prey.

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, merging with the Alien saga. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, Alien vs. Predator was a hit that injected new life into both franchises. Set in present-day America, it reveals that Predators have been hunting Xenomorphs on Earth for centuries, using humans as breeding hosts.

Read IGN's review of AVP: Alien vs. Predator

Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video

5. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

Picking up directly after AVP, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem introduces the "Predalien," a hybrid creature that terrorizes a small Colorado town. A Predator "cleaner" is dispatched 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 by warring Predator tribes. The exact Earth year is unclear, but it can be placed in the early 21st century.

Read IGN's review of Predators

Where to Stream: Hulu | Rent/Buy: Prime Video

7. The Predator (2018)

Directed and co-written by Shane Black, The Predator returns to the original formula with a squad of unstable soldiers, including Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, Thomas Jane, and Alfie Allen, who must stop a pair of rampaging Predators and their DNA-splicing plans. The film teases future installments, with alternate endings hinting at potential crossovers.

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, 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, in theaters on November 7, 2025, will star Elle Fanning and feature the Predator as the protagonist, directed by Dan Trachtenberg.

The second film, also directed by Trachtenberg, Predator: Killer of Killers, is an animated movie that explores three different encounters with the ultimate killer across various points in history. It will be available directly on Hulu starting June 6.