Hulu's 7-Part Sci-Fi Series Is Quietly One of Its Best Franchise's To Binge

All seven Predator films are now available to stream on Hulu, meaning sci-fi fans can watch a franchise evolve.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 7:55pm

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The Predator franchise has evolved from a single 1987 action movie into a long-running sci-fi series spanning seven films, all of which are now available to stream on Hulu. The franchise has expanded the mythology around the iconic Yautja alien hunters, introducing new settings, characters, and storylines that have kept the terror and action alive over the decades.

Why it matters

The Predator franchise has become a beloved sci-fi staple, with the Yautja creature design and the franchise's exploration of themes like honor, hunting, and the clash between advanced technology and primal instincts resonating with audiences. By having all seven films available to stream on Hulu, sci-fi fans can now easily binge and appreciate the full evolution of this iconic franchise.

The details

The original Predator film in 1987 established the core concept, with Arnold Schwarzenegger's Dutch Schafer leading a team of military operatives who are hunted by the advanced alien Yautja. Subsequent sequels like Predator 2 and Predators expanded the Yautja mythology, revealing their advanced technology, trophy-hunting rituals, and the existence of different Yautja clans. The most recent Predator films from director Dan Trachtenberg, including Prey, Predator: Killer of Killers, and Predator: Badlands, have taken the franchise in new directions by exploring the Yautja's first contact with humans in different historical eras.

  • Predator was released in theaters on June 12, 1987.
  • Predator 2 was released in 1990.
  • Predators was released in 2010.
  • Prey was released in 2022.
  • Predator: Killer of Killers and Predator: Badlands are the two most recent Predator films, both released in 2026.

The players

Dutch Schafer

The lead character in the original Predator film, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, who leads a team of military operatives on a mission that brings them into conflict with the Yautja alien hunter.

Yautja

The advanced alien species, also known as Predators, that are the central antagonists of the Predator franchise. They are known for their trophy-hunting rituals, advanced technology, and spider-like mandibles.

Dan Trachtenberg

The director who has helmed the most recent Predator films, including Prey, Predator: Killer of Killers, and Predator: Badlands, expanding the franchise's mythology and exploring new eras of the Yautja's first contact with humans.

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What they’re saying

“After Prey came out, and I started thinking about sequel stuff, there were three ideas that I had. Killers is one, Badlands is two and the third one is something else...The reason why I felt possessed to make them and sort of why I rushed – I did two at once because I could do, I could multitask with animation – was because I was so eager to get to the third thing.”

— Dan Trachtenberg, Director

What’s next

With the Predator franchise continuing to evolve under the direction of Dan Trachtenberg, and with Arnold Schwarzenegger hinting at a possible return, sci-fi fans can expect more thrilling Yautja-centric stories to come.

The takeaway

The Predator franchise has proven to be a resilient and innovative sci-fi series, with the Yautja creature design and the franchise's exploration of themes like honor, hunting, and the clash between advanced technology and primal instincts resonating with audiences over multiple decades. By having all seven films available to stream on Hulu, sci-fi fans can now easily binge and appreciate the full evolution of this iconic franchise.