Release Order of the Predator Films
The main Predator film series, produced by 20th Century Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, began with the original 1987 film directed by John McTiernan and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The franchise expanded with sequels, crossovers, and reboots, with the latest mainline entry being Prey, which premiered on Hulu in 2022 and is set in the Comanche Nation in 1719. Below is the release order of the theatrical and streaming films that form the core Predator timeline. Forbes
After the 1987 original, the series continued with Predator 2 in 1990, followed by the crossover films Alien vs. Predator in 2004 and Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem in 2007. The reboot titled Predators arrived in 2010, and The Predator was released in 2018. The most recent entry, Prey, was released as a Hulu original in August 2022 and is widely considered the best-reviewed film in the franchise, with a 94% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. Rotten Tomatoes
Chronological Story Order of the Predator Universe
When watching by story chronology, Prey (1719) is the earliest entry, followed by the original Predator (1987), Predator 2 (1997), and the Alien vs. Predator films set in the 21st century. Predators (2010) takes place on an alien game preserve planet, while The Predator (2018) and the upcoming sequels continue the modern-day storyline. The chronological sequence helps clarify how the Yautja species evolved their hunting rituals across centuries and worlds. Space.com
The animated series Predator: Concrete Jungle, set in 1930s New York, and the comic book lines from Dark Horse Comics and Marvel fill gaps between the films. Marvel Comics, which acquired the Predator license in 2021, has published new story arcs that expand the lore and connect directly to the films. These materials place Predator 2 in the mid-1990s and show how the species interacts with human militaries and alien ecosystems over decades. Marvel.com
How to Watch Predator Content on Streaming and Digital Platforms
Current Streaming Availability
As of 2025, Prey is available exclusively on Hulu in the United States, while the other Predator films rotate among Disney+, Hulu, and digital rental platforms. The original Predator and Predator 2 have also appeared on physical media and digital purchase stores, with 4K Ultra HD remasters released by 20th Century Studios. Subscription costs and licensing deals mean availability can change, so checking the Disney+ or Hulu search page is the fastest way to confirm current access. Hulu
Digital Purchase and Physical Media
For viewers who prefer ownership, the Predator films are available for digital purchase on