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While humans may reign supreme on Earth, we're merely contestants in the galaxy's ultimate hunting competition. The Predator franchise, launched by the iconic 1987 Schwarzenegger film, introduces the Yautja - towering extraterrestrial hunters who travel the cosmos seeking worthy prey. These interstellar trophy collectors have even been known to abduct species for sport on their homeworld.
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How to Watch the Predator Movies in Chronological Order
The Predator series currently features seven films - four main installments, two Alien crossovers, and one prequel. With two new Predator movies arriving in 2025, now's the perfect time to revisit these sci-fi action classics. Below you'll find the complete chronological viewing order.
Predator Movies in Chronological Order
1. Prey (2022)
This 2022 prequel transports viewers to 1719's Great Plains, following Comanche warrior Naru (Amber Midthunder) as she confronts a primitive Predator. Though designed as a prequel, it establishes fascinating franchise lore while delivering intense survival action.
2. Predator (1987)
The film that started it all features Schwarzenegger leading an elite military team against an invisible jungle hunter. This action classic blends sci-fi and suspense while introducing the Predator's iconic thermal vision and cloaking technology.
3. Predator 2 (1990)
Shifting to a near-future Los Angeles, this sequel follows Detective Harrigan (Danny Glover) tracking a Predator through urban gang wars. The film expands Yautja lore while maintaining the original's intense hunt dynamic.
4. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
This crossover event reveals ancient Predator hunting rituals involving Xenomorphs. Set in Antarctica, the film connects both franchises while delivering spectacular creature-on-creature action.
5. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)
Directly continuing AVP's story, this sequel introduces the deadly Predalien hybrid attacking a Colorado town. A Predator "cleaner" arrives to contain the outbreak in this darker installment.
6. Predators (2010)
This Robert Rodriguez-produced film transports Earth's deadliest humans to a Predator game preserve planet. Featuring Adrien Brody and Laurence Fishburne, it explores Yautja tribal conflicts and hunting rituals.
7. The Predator (2018)
Shane Black's franchise return follows a team of soldiers confronting genetically-enhanced Predators. The film teases future crossovers while expanding the mythology of Yautja evolution.
Release Order Viewing
- Predator (1987)
- Predator 2 (1990)
- AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
- Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)
- Predators (2010)
- The Predator (2018)
- Prey (2022)
Upcoming Predator Projects
2025 will bring two new entries: the live-action Predator: Badlands (November 7) starring Elle Fanning, and the animated anthology Predator: Killer of Killers releasing on Hulu (June 6). Both projects expand the franchise's storytelling horizons while honoring its intense hunting action roots.
