"Predator Movies: How to Watch in Chronological Order"

If you're captivated by the Predator franchise, you’re not alone—it's a legendary sci-fi series that has enthralled fans since its inception in 1987. The concept of intergalactic hunters seeking trophies through brutal competitions is as thrilling as it is imaginative. The Yautja, as the Predators are called in their native tongue, have become iconic figures in cinema, traversing planets to engage in deadly challenges and even abducting species for their home planet’s bloodthirsty pursuits.

The first two Predator films, released in 1987 and 1990, set the stage for the saga. Given the Xenomorphs’ reputation as humanity’s cinematic nemesis in the Alien series, it made perfect sense for the Alien vs. Predator crossovers in the 2000s to bring these franchises together. Over the years, filmmakers like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg have added their unique touches to the lore.

As two new Predator films hit theaters in 2025, now is the perfect moment to binge-watch the entire collection. Whether you prefer watching in chronological order or by release date, we’ve got you covered. Below is the definitive timeline of the Predator movies, along with where to stream them online.

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How to Watch the Predator Movies in Chronological Order

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1. Prey (2022)

Set in 1719 on the Great Plains, Prey serves as a prequel to the entire franchise. It follows Naru (Amber Midthunder), a young Comanche warrior determined to prove herself against a primitive Predator. This fresh take breathes new life into the series.

Where to Stream: Hulu

2. Predator (1987)

Directed by John McTiernan, Predator launched the franchise in 1987. Arnold Schwarzenegger leads a team of elite soldiers against an otherworldly hunter in the jungles of Central America. It’s an action-packed classic.

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

3. Predator 2 (1990)

Taking place in a near-future Los Angeles, Predator 2 shifts gears with a gritty urban setting. Danny Glover and Ruben Blades lead the charge against a Predator stalking the city’s criminal underworld.

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

4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

Paul W.S. Anderson’s Alien vs. Predator combines the two franchises, revealing that Predators have been using Earth as a hunting ground for centuries. Sanaa Lathan and Lance Henriksen star.

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

5. Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007)

The sequel to AVP, Requiem introduces a hybrid Predalien and a Predator cleaner tasked with eliminating the threat. It’s a darker chapter in the crossover saga.

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

6. Predators (2010)

Set on a distant Predator game reserve, Predators features a group of elite human warriors abducted for sport. Robert Rodriguez brings a fresh perspective to the series.

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

7. The Predator (2018)

Shane Black returns to the roots of the franchise in The Predator. A ragtag team of soldiers battles enhanced Predators while uncovering a sinister conspiracy involving genetic engineering.

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 their original release order, here’s the sequence:

1. Predator (1987)
2. Predator 2 (1990)
3. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
4. Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007)
5. Predators (2010)
6. The Predator (2018)
7. Prey (2022)

The Future of the Predator Franchise

Two highly anticipated Predator films are coming in 2025. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, Predator: Badlands stars Elle Fanning and focuses on the Predator as the central protagonist. Meanwhile, Predator: Killer of Killers is an animated film exploring the predator’s encounters throughout history, debuting exclusively on Hulu.

Stay tuned for more updates as the franchise continues to evolve!

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