While humans dominate Earth's food chain, we're merely minor contenders in the cosmic arena of hunters. The Predator series, launching with Schwarzenegger's iconic 1987 film, introduces the Yautja - towering alien hunters who traverse galaxies seeking worthy trophies, occasionally abducting species for their homeworld hunts.

Franchise Evolution

The original 1987 and 1990 Predator films established the franchise core. Given the Alien series' parallel threat to humanity, the 2000s naturally birthed two Alien vs. Predator crossover films. Subsequent decades saw directors like Robert Rodriguez, Shane Black, and Dan Trachtenberg putting unique stamps on the property.

With two new Predator films arriving in 2025, now's the perfect time to revisit these sci-fi milestones. Below you'll find the complete Predator timeline and streaming information.

Key Sections:

• Chronological viewing order
• Release date order

Chronological Viewing Guide

Franchise Overview

The Predator universe currently spans 7 films - four main entries, two crossovers, and one prequel, with two new installments coming in 2025.

1. Prey (2022)

This 1719-set prequel introduces a primitive Predator facing off against Comanche warrior Naru (Amber Midthunder) on the Great Plains. Though chronologically first, its connections to Predator 2 suggest viewing it post-original films.

2. Predator (1987)

The franchise launch follows Schwarzenegger's elite rescue team battling an invisible alien hunter in South American jungles - an action masterpiece pairing practical effects with tense sci-fi horror.

3. Predator 2 (1990)

Transporting the hunt to 1997 LA, Danny Glover leads police battling both cartel violence and a new Predator stalking the urban jungle.

4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

This crossover reboot reveals Predators' ancient Earth history while pitting them against Xenomorphs in an Antarctic pyramid.

5. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

The direct sequel follows a Predalien hybrid's rampage through Colorado and the Yautja "cleaner" sent to eliminate it.

6. Predators (2010)

Robert Rodriguez's installment strands human warriors on a Predator game preserve planet, though its exact timeline placement remains ambiguous.

7. The Predator (2018)

Shane Black's return to the franchise introduces genetic experimentation and hints at potential future crossovers.

Release Order Guide

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)

Future Developments

Two 2025 releases include:

• Predator: Badlands (November 7) starring Elle Fanning
• Predator: Killer of Killers (June 6 on Hulu) - an animated anthology