How to Watch the Predator Movies in Chronological Order

Humans often pride themselves on being at the top of the food chain, but in the cosmic arena of the Predator franchise, we're just another species in the hunt. Since its inception with the iconic Arnold Schwarzenegger film in 1987, the Predator series has captivated audiences with its portrayal of the "Yautja"—towering, trophy-seeking alien hunters who scour the galaxy for worthy prey, sometimes even abducting species for hunts back on their home planet.

The franchise kicked off with two seminal films in 1987 and 1990, laying the groundwork for a saga that would expand into the 2000s with the introduction of a shared universe alongside the Xenomorphs from the Alien series. This crossover was a natural fit, given both species' cinematic reputation as threats to humanity. Over the years, directors such as Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg have each brought their unique vision to the franchise, keeping the thrill alive.

With two new Predator movies set to hit screens in 2025, now is the perfect time to dive into the original sci-fi classics. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to help you watch every Predator movie in order. Below, you'll find a detailed timeline of the Predator movies and where to stream them online.

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How to Watch the Predator Movies in Chronological Order

8 ImagesFor a complete cinematic experience, don't forget to check out our guide to watching the Alien movies in order as well.

How Many Predator Movies Are There?

There are currently seven movies in the Predator franchise—four in the mainline series, two Alien crossovers, and one prequel. Fans can look forward to two more Predator films scheduled for release in 2025.

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Predator Movies in (Chronological) Order

1. Prey (2022)

Prey serves as a prequel and, while designed to be viewed after the other films (especially Predator 2), it's the starting point for a chronological watch. Set in 1719 on the Great Plains, the film follows Naru, a young Comanche woman played by Amber Midthunder, who faces a primitive Predator while on a hunt with her brother. Determined to prove herself, Naru takes on the alien hunter in this thrilling addition to the franchise.

Read IGN's review of Prey.

Where to Stream: Hulu

2. Predator (1987)

It all began with Predator in 1987, directed by John McTiernan of Die Hard fame and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger at the peak of his career, alongside Carl Weathers, Jesse Ventura, Bill Duke, and Shane Black. This action classic pits a formidable military rescue team against an invisible alien hunter in the jungles of South America. Dutch, played by Schwarzenegger, must outsmart and defeat the technologically superior Predator.

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

3. Predator 2 (1990)

Three years later, Predator 2 shifted the scene to a futuristic, crime-ridden 1997 Los Angeles. With a new cast led by Danny Glover, Bill Paxton, Ruben Blades, and María Conchita Alonso, the film follows a police force grappling with a brutal cartel war and the emergence of another Predator stalking the city for sport.

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

4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

After a 14-year hiatus, the franchise returned with a bang in the form of a crossover with the Alien series. AVP: Alien vs. Predator, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, was a box office success that revitalized both franchises. Set in present-day America, the film reveals the long-standing connection between the Yautja and Xenomorphs, with Predators using humans to breed Xenomorphs for their hunting rites.

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 terrifying "Predalien" as it wreaks havoc on a small Colorado town. Despite being less successful than its predecessor, the film showcases a Predator "cleaner" tasked with eliminating the new threat.

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

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

6. Predators (2010)

Predators, directed by Robert Rodriguez, takes the franchise off-world to a Yautja game reserve. Featuring a cast including Adrien Brody, Walton Goggins, Laurence Fishburne, Topher Grace, and Alice Braga, the film explores how humans are abducted and used as prey in a deadly game between rival Yautja tribes. Although the exact timeline is ambiguous, it's generally assumed to occur in the early 21st century.

Read IGN's review of Predators.

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

7. The Predator (2018)

In 2018, Shane Black returned to the franchise he once starred in with The Predator. The film follows a group of unstable soldiers, portrayed by Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Keegan-Michael Key, Thomas Jane, and Alfie Allen, as they battle two Predators and uncover a plot involving DNA splicing. The movie ends with a tease for future installments, including alternate endings that hinted at a crossover 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

For those who prefer to watch the films in the order they were released, the sequence is as follows:

• 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

Additionally, Predator: Killer of Killers, also directed by Trachtenberg, will be an animated movie exploring three different historical encounters with the ultimate hunter. This film is scheduled for a direct-to-Hulu release on June 6, 2025.