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Predator: Killer of Killers – Movie or Series? Watch on Disney+

James Liam Mercer Carter • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Sofia Lindberg

If you have been keeping an eye on the Predator franchise, you might have heard about a new entry that is not your typical live-action hunt. Predator: Killer of Killers is a 2025 adult animated anthology film that tells three separate stories of historical warriors facing off against the Yautja. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg and produced by Disney+, it premiered on . Here is what makes this installment unique and where the franchise is heading next.

Release year: 2025 ·
Format: Adult animated anthology film ·
Director: Dan Trachtenberg ·
Streaming platform: Disney+ ·
Runtime: Approximately 90 minutes ·
Number of segments: 3

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • 2025 adult animated anthology film (Wikipedia)
  • Directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Disney+) (Wikipedia)
  • Three segments featuring a Viking, a ninja, and a WWII pilot (Disney+) (Wikipedia)
  • Streams on Disney+ (Disney+) (Wikipedia)
2What’s unclear
  • Whether a sequel (Killer of Killers 2) will be made (Wikipedia)
  • Exact narrative connection to the upcoming Badlands film
  • Future of the Prey sub-franchise after Prey 2 cancellation
  • Exact critical reception scores (listed as placeholders on review aggregators)
  • Complete cast details (not yet widely published)
3Timeline signal
  • – Film premiered on Disney+ (Disney+)
  • Badlands live-action film announced (Wikipedia)
4What’s next
  • Badlands continues the franchise in live-action (Wikipedia)
  • Potential sequel depends on reception

Key facts at a glance: the film’s identity and credits.

Key facts at a glance
Title Predator: Killer of Killers
Year 2025
Director Dan Trachtenberg (Disney+)
Writer Micho Robert Rutare (Wikipedia)
Format Adult animated anthology film (Wikipedia)
Streaming Disney+ (Hulu in the U.S.) (Wikipedia)
Number of segments 3 (Disney+)
IMDb ID tt36463894 (IMDb)

Is Predator: Killer of Killers a movie or a series?

Format and runtime details

  • The project is a single 86-minute adult animated film, not a series. (Disney+ reports 1h 26m; Rotten Tomatoes lists 1h 25m)
  • It is the first animated installment in the franchise. (Wikipedia)

Anthology structure explained

  • The film is an anthology: three self-contained segments linked by the theme of human warriors facing a Yautja. (Disney+)
  • Segments center on a Viking raider, a ninja in feudal Japan, and a WWII pilot. (Disney+)
Bottom line: Predator: Killer of Killers is definitively a standalone animated film. Viewers expecting a series will find a complete story in one sitting. Critics and fans should treat it as a feature-length entry, not an episodic show.
The upshot

By shifting to an anthology format, the filmmakers avoid the pitfalls of a single-protagonist prequel. Each segment gives a different historical context, making the Predator a universal threat across time.

Are they making a Predator: Killer of Killers 2?

Official announcements and rumors

  • As of mid-2025, no sequel has been officially greenlit. (Wikipedia)
  • The franchise continues with the live-action Badlands film, announced for later in 2025. (Wikipedia)

Potential sequel status

  • The film’s audience reception and streaming performance will likely determine whether a second anthology film is ordered. (Rotten Tomatoes)
  • The anthology format lends itself to future installments, but no producer has publicly committed. (Wikipedia)

Will there be a season 2 of Predator: Killer of Killers?

  • Predator: Killer of Killers is a film, not a series, so a season 2 is not applicable.
  • A sequel film (Killer of Killers 2) has not been announced.
  • The anthology format could allow for future installments.

The implication: a sequel is possible but not guaranteed. Disney+ will watch the numbers.

Where can I watch Killer of Killers: Predator?

Streaming platforms and availability

  • Exclusive streaming: Disney+ (outside the U.S. via the Star hub). (Disney+)
  • In the United States, the film streams on Hulu. (Wikipedia)
  • It is not available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video (except digital purchase), or other OTT platforms. (IMDb)

OTT and digital purchase options

  • Digital purchase or rental may be available on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu, though not confirmed at launch. (IMDb)
Bottom line: For U.S. viewers, Hulu is the only streaming option. International audiences need a Disney+ subscription. There is no Blu‑ray or DVD release announced as of June 2025.

Is Predator: Killer of Killers a prequel to Badlands?

Timeline within the Predator franchise

  • Killer of Killers is set across different historical periods, so it does not directly lead into Badlands. (Wikipedia)
  • Badlands is a separate live-action film set in the same universe, likely taking place in the present or near-future. (Wikipedia)

Connection to Badlands

  • Both projects are produced under Dan Trachtenberg’s direction and share the same creative team. (Disney+)
  • The animated film introduces new lore elements that may carry into Badlands.

The pattern: Killer of Killers expands the mythology horizontally, while Badlands moves the main storyline forward.

Is Predator: Killer of Killers a good film?

Critical reception and reviews

  • Rotten Tomatoes lists the critics score at [X]% (as of June 2025) based on [N] reviews. (Rotten Tomatoes)
  • IMDb user rating is [X]/10 from [N] votes. (IMDb)

Audience ratings and feedback

  • Early audience reactions on social media are mixed, with praise for the animation but concerns about the segmented storytelling. (Rotten Tomatoes)
Bottom line: The film is a solid genre experiment rather than a breakthrough hit. Fans of the franchise will appreciate the lore expansion; newcomers may find the anthology structure uneven.

6 specs, one pattern: the film balances innovation with franchise tradition.

Specification Detail
Director Dan Trachtenberg (Disney+)
Writer Micho Robert Rutare (Wikipedia)
Runtime 86 minutes (Disney+) / 85 minutes (Rotten Tomatoes) (Rotten Tomatoes)
Rating R for strong bloody violence, some gore, and language (Rotten Tomatoes)
Format Adult animated anthology film (Wikipedia)
Number of segments 3 (Disney+)
Streaming Disney+ (international) / Hulu (U.S.) (Wikipedia)

Why did Prey 2 get canceled?

Cancellation reasons and context

  • Prey 2 was canceled due to creative differences and franchise restructuring announced before the release of Prey (2022). (Wikipedia)

Impact on the Predator franchise

  • The focus shifted to other projects, including Badlands and the animated Killer of Killers.
  • The future of the Prey sub-franchise remains uncertain after the cancellation.

The catch: Prey was critically acclaimed, but its sequel was scrapped as the franchise pivoted to anthology storytelling.

Franchise timeline

  • – Original Predator film released. (Wikipedia)
  • The Predator released, received mixed reviews and underperformed. (Wikipedia)
  • Prey released, critically acclaimed; Prey 2 canceled. (Wikipedia)
  • Predator: Killer of Killers released on Disney+. (Disney+)
  • Badlands live-action film announced. (Wikipedia)

Confirmed facts vs. What’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Predator: Killer of Killers is a 2025 animated film on Disney+ (Disney+)
  • It is an anthology with three segments (Disney+)
  • Dan Trachtenberg directed the film (Disney+)
  • Badlands is an upcoming live-action Predator film (Wikipedia)

What’s unclear

  • Whether a sequel (Killer of Killers 2) will be made
  • Exact connection between Killer of Killers and Badlands
  • Future of the Prey franchise after Prey 2 cancellation
  • Exact critical reception scores (listed as placeholders)
  • Complete cast details not yet published

What the creators say

“An original animated action-adventure film set in the Predator universe, an anthology story following three of the fiercest warriors in human history.”

Disney+ official description (Disney+)

The film “reimagines the Predator as a force that tests the mettle of warriors across different eras.”

Wikipedia editors summarizing the film’s premise (Wikipedia)

For Disney+ subscribers, the choice is clear: watch Predator: Killer of Killers if you want a compact, lore-driven anthology that respects the franchise’s roots, but don’t expect a direct bridge to Badlands. For casual viewers, the R rating and segmented storytelling may be a barrier; the film is best enjoyed as a self-contained experiment.

For a deeper look at how this animated anthology Predator: Killer of Killers expands the franchise’s mythology, check out our complete guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is Predator: Killer of Killers suitable for children?

No. The film is rated R for strong bloody violence, some gore, and language. It is intended for mature audiences. (Rotten Tomatoes)

How long is Predator: Killer of Killers?

Disney+ lists the runtime as 1 hour 26 minutes; Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb list 1 hour 25 minutes. (Disney+)

Does Predator: Killer of Killers have a post-credits scene?

Reports indicate there is no post-credits scene, but the film ends with a teaser for the Yautja mythology. (Wikipedia)

What are the three segments in Predator: Killer of Killers?

The segments follow a Viking raider, a ninja in feudal Japan, and a WWII pilot. (Disney+)

Is Predator: Killer of Killers connected to Prey?

Not directly. It is set in different historical periods, but shares the same universe. Prey is about a Comanche woman; this film features three separate warriors. (Wikipedia)

Will Predator: Killer of Killers be released on Blu-ray?

As of June 2025, no physical release has been announced. It is available only on Disney+ and Hulu. (IMDb)

Who voices the characters in Predator: Killer of Killers?

Complete cast details have not been widely published, but the voice cast includes actors from the video game and animation fields. (IMDb)



James Liam Mercer Carter

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