Predator: Badlands Disney Plus Release Date

Set to expand the renowned franchise, Predator: Badlands, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, features a Yautja hunter named Dek as its central character. Having achieved a remarkable success with a global box office of $184 million, fans are eager to revisit this standalone narrative. So, when can audiences expect Predator: Badlands to premiere on Disney Plus?

The film is set in a distant future where humanity ventures into space, establishing colonies on new planets. In this backdrop, Dek (played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) embarks on a quest to earn respect within his clan by hunting an apex predator on the perilous planet Genna.

During his journey, Dek encounters Thia (portrayed by Elle Fanning), a synthetic android. This unexpected partnership compels them to navigate the treacherous terrains together. Thia cleverly connects the Predator universe to the Alien franchise, as she is an android created by the infamous Weyland-Yutani corporation, which is central to all Xenomorph narratives.

With the seeds sown for a potential third installment in the live-action Alien vs. Predator series, expectations are high for 20th Century Studios. Meanwhile, fans can look forward to unearthing various Easter eggs in Predator: Badlands when it becomes available on Disney Plus.

When Will Predator: Badlands Be Available on Disney Plus?

Elle Fanning back-to-back with a Predator. — 20th Century Studios

Fans can expect the highly anticipated Predator: Badlands to stream on Disney Plus on February 12, 2026. This release aligns with Disney’s trend of transitioning films from theaters to streaming platforms approximately three to four months after their initial theater run.

For instance, The Fantastic Four: First Steps hit theaters in July 2025 and became available on Disney Plus by November. However, Disney sometimes opts for prolonged theatrical windows for blockbuster hits, as demonstrated with Avatar: The Way of Water, which wasn’t added to Disney Plus until nearly six months after its debut due to its sustained box office success.

How to Watch Predator: Badlands

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While Predator: Badlands is no longer available in theaters, fans can still experience the sequel. For those who don’t subscribe to Disney Plus or can’t wait until February, the film is available for digital purchase on Prime Video for a special price of $9.99, a significant discount from the regular price of $29.99.

Additionally, for collectors of physical media, Predator: Badlands will be released on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD formats on February 17, 2026.

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