ConnexionPredator: Badlands Lands on Digital, 4K Steelbook Out February 17
After the critically acclaimed streaming hit Prey and animated anthology Killer of Killers, Dan Trachtenberg’s third directorial entry into the Predator franchise finally introduced the concept of “Predator as protagonist.” Along with the suprise addition of a Weyland Yutani synth played by Elle Fanning, the result ended up being the highest-grossing Predator movie of all time.
If you weren’t able to catch it in theaters or prefer to delight in the hunt from the comfort of your own couch, Predator: Badlands is now available to rent or buy online through digital marketplaces like Prime Video.
Predator: Badlands Now Available on Digital
The most recent Predator movie arrived on digital almost exactly two months after its initial theatrical release on November 7, 2025. Since then, the film has grossed over $180 million globally. Clint Gage’s review of the movie for IGN highlights Trachtenberg’s fresh take on the franchise: “Dek and Thia are an unexpectedly fun pairing that bring a new energy to the franchise and an altogether different kind of hunt.”
Predator fans had plenty to enjoy last year, starting with Trachtenberg’s Predator: Killer of Killers, an animated anthology IGN's review describes as showing "just how cool a Predator fighting Vikings or ninja can be.” Predator: Badlands also anchors its plot in a connection to the Alien franchise, which had its first TV show last year with Alien: Earth on Hulu.
Is this pointing toward another full crossover? While we haven’t heard any specific updates, I’d be surprised if we don’t see the Predator return in some capacity sooner rather than later.
Streaming Release Date TBA
Predator: Badlands will join the rest of the Predator franchise on Hulu within the next couple months, most likely after the DVD release in mid-February. Hulu itself is also about to have a bit of a funky year as it officially merges into the Disney+ app.
4K Steelbook Up for Preorder, Out February 17
Given how expensive digital releases are nowadays, I think it’s always worth taking a look at the physical media alternatives. A February 17 Blu-ray release date was announced alongside today’s digital release, but as of now, the only Predator: Badlands listing available in the US is the 4K UHD steelbook up for preorder at Walmart. It’s currently running for $44.99, and appears to include a decent spread of bonus features about the artistry behind the film.
