The hunt is back on.
After becoming the highest-grossing film in the franchise’s nearly four-decade history, Predator: Badlands officially arrives on streaming February 12, debuting on Hulu and Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S., with international availability on Disney+.
The latest installment expands the mythology of the iconic sci-fi series while introducing a new generation of characters and storytelling ambition.
Key Insights
- Predator: Badlands became the highest-grossing film in the franchise's history, earning $184.5 million worldwide and receiving critical acclaim.
- The movie expands the Predator universe with a new storyline focusing on Dek and Thia, blending action, humor, and emotional character development.
- Fans can now enjoy the entire Predator movie collection on Hulu and Disney+, including new releases and behind-the-scenes content in the Predator Creators Collection.
A New Kind of Predator Story
Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the film deepens Yautja lore through the journey of Dek, portrayed by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, a young Predator outcast searching for purpose beyond his clan.
His unlikely companion is Thia, played by Elle Fanning, whose presence reshapes Dek’s understanding of survival, loyalty, and identity.
Set on a hostile, remote planet in the distant future, Predator: Badlands blends brutal combat, large-scale visual effects, and moments of humor with a surprisingly emotional character arc. The result is a high-stakes action adventure that balances franchise tradition with modern storytelling.
Box Office Success and Critical Acclaim
The film’s theatrical run proved historic.
With $184.5 million in worldwide box office earnings, Predator: Badlands surpassed Alien vs. Predator ($177.4 million) to become the most successful entry in franchise history.
Critics and audiences also embraced the film, awarding it a 95% Rotten Tomatoes Verified Hot Popcornmeter score and an 86% Certified Fresh critics rating—among the strongest reviews the series has ever received.
Industry analysts credit Trachtenberg’s bold creative approach and emphasis on character-driven storytelling for helping reinvigorate the long-running property.
Full Franchise Now Streaming
In addition to the new release, fans can now stream the complete Predator movie collection on Hulu and Disney+ in the U.S. bundle.
That lineup includes Trachtenberg’s acclaimed Prey and the animated feature Predator: Killer of Killers, which further explore the franchise’s expanding universe.
Viewers can also access 15 newly added videos in the Predator Creators Collection by pocket.watch. The creator-led series offers behind-the-scenes insights, fan perspectives, and expanded content tied to the franchise’s legacy.
What Predator: Badlands Is About
The film follows Dek, a disgraced Predator cast out from his clan, who forms an unexpected alliance with Thia. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey across hostile terrain in search of the ultimate adversary—one that may redefine what it means to be a hunter.
The story frames Dek as an underdog hero, adding emotional depth to a franchise traditionally focused on raw survival and spectacle.
Streaming Release Date
- Streaming debut: February 12
- Platforms: Hulu and Disney+ (bundle in U.S.), Disney+ internationally
With its strong box office performance and critical momentum, Predator: Badlands is poised to find an even larger audience on streaming.
