Complete Predator Film Chronology and Release Order
The Predator franchise includes ten theatrically released films as of the latest public data, beginning with the original 1987 movie directed by John McTiernan and produced by Joel Silver and Lawrence Gordon. The first film, titled Predator, starred Arnold Schwarzenegger and earned approximately $98 million worldwide against a $15 million budget. The sequel Predator 2 followed in 1990, directed by Stephen Hopkins and starring Danny Glover, grossing $57 million globally. The franchise then expanded with the crossover film Alien vs. Predator in 2004, followed by its sequel Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem in 2007, both produced by 20th Century Fox.
The modern reboot era began with Predators in 2010, directed by Nimrod Antal and produced by Robert Rodriguez, which earned $127 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. The Predator arrived in 2018, directed by Shane Black, with a production budget of $88 million and a worldwide gross of $160 million. The most recent entries include Prey in 2022, directed by Dan Trachtenberg and released on Hulu, and Predator: Badlands in 2024, the first film in the franchise produced under the Skydance Media banner. The chronological viewing order places Prey first in the timeline, followed by the original 1987 film, then Predator 2, the crossover films, Predators, The Predator, and Predator: Badlands last.
Streaming Platforms and Availability for Watching the Predator Films
As of the latest available data, the Predator films are distributed across multiple major streaming platforms in the United States. Prey is available exclusively on Hulu, while The Predator and Predators stream on Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, respectively, with digital rental and purchase options on platforms like Apple TV and Vudu. The original 1987 film and Predator 2 are available for digital purchase or rental on platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Google Play, and they rotate onto subscription services such as HBO Max and Hulu periodically based on licensing agreements with 20th Century Studios.
Physical media releases, including 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray editions, are published by 20th Century Studios Home Entertainment and often include deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes featurettes. The 4K remaster of the original 1987 film was released in 2018, offering improved HDR and Dolby Atmos audio. For viewers seeking the complete collection, the Predator Blu-ray collections are available through major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon, often bundling multiple films together. Subscription-based streaming availability changes frequently, so checking real-time listings on JustWatch or Reelgood provides the most current data on where each film is streaming.
Box Office Performance and Franchise Financial Data
The Predator franchise has generated substantial global box office revenue across its ten films. The