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"Predator Hunters" – the 10-part series from Louis Theroux – follows Detective Tony Godwin and the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force as they conduct undercover predator busts. Episode 1 ("By Any Means Necessary") airs at 9pm ET/PT on March 5.
Outside the U.S.? We'll show you how to watch "Predator Hunters" anywhere with a VPN – and potentially for free.
"Predator Hunters" season 1 premieres Thursday, March 5 2026, at 9 p.m. ET / PT on A&E in the United States and Canada.
• U.S. — A&E via Philo, Sling, DirecTV (free trial)
• Canada — A&E (Canadian feed)
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk-free
The series offers a raw, unfiltered look at real-life predator investigations, using bodycam footage, chat transcripts, and interviews with 30-year veteran investigator Godwin. Each of the 10 episodes follows "from the first digital clue" through undercover chats and dramatic takedowns.
With child-friendly platforms such as Roblox and Minecraft the subject of intense scrutiny, waves of predator lawsuits, and the shocking allegations aired on the Shawn Ryan Show podcast, "Predator Hunters" seeks to shed light on a wider societal problem.
Traveling when an episode drops? A VPN can help you access your existing services abroad, so you watch "Predator Hunters" season 1 from anywhere.
How to watch 'Predator Hunters' from anywhere
If you’re away from home and your usual streaming service is blocked or behaving differently, a VPN (virtual private network) can help your device appear as though it’s back in your home country. That means you can continue using the subscriptions you already pay for while you’re traveling.
We’ve tested a range of services, and NordVPN is one of our top picks thanks to its fast speeds, reliable connections, and broad device support. If you decide it’s not for you, you can make use of its money-back guarantee.
Using a VPN is straightforward; follow these steps.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As noted, NordVPN is our preferred option.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.K. and want to view an American service, you'd select U.S. from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to Sling/Philo/etc and stream new episodes of "Predator Hunters" online.
How to watch ‘Predator Hunters’ in the U.S. without cable
In the U.S., "Predator Hunters" airs live on A&E on March 5 at 9 p.m. ET and PT.
No need to buy a cable package – you can stream cable channels such as A&E via Philo, Sling, and DirecTV (free trial)
Sling is our choice – and new users get a discount on their first month. You should also consider DirecTV's free trial, which allows you to watch episode one of "Predator Hunter" for free (cancel before the trial ends).
Not in the U.S. right now? A VPN can help you access your usual streaming services while you’re overseas. We recommend NordVPN (try risk-free) for its speed, reliability, and ease of use.
How to watch ‘Predator Hunters’ 2026 in Canada
In Canada, "Predator Hunters" is available on A&E through participating TV providers. There’s also a streaming option via RiverTV, which includes A&E in its lineup.
You can use the A&E app in Canada as well, but in most cases, you’ll need to sign in with your TV provider credentials to unlock live and full episodes.
If you’re trying to watch via Amazon Prime Video, STACKTV (get a free trial) is another place where A&E programming can appear, but availability can vary by show and time, so it’s worth checking the listing there closer to premiere.
Outside Canada? Again, NordVPN (try risk free) will let you watch your usual streaming service when abroad.
How to watch ‘Predator Hunters’ in the U.K.
Right now, there’s no confirmed simultaneous U.K. release date listed for "Predator Hunters." In practice, a lot of A&E-style factual programming ends up on Crime + Investigation or lands on Sky-affiliated on-demand platforms, depending on the rights package. If the series is picked up, that’s where I’d expect it to appear first.
If you’re a U.S. subscriber traveling in the U.K., a VPN like NordVPN can help you access your usual U.S. streaming services, as long as you stick to each platform’s terms and conditions.
'Predator Hunters' — Trailer
How many episodes are in "Predator Hunters" Season 1?
Season 1 consists of 10 episodes.
What kind of show is "Predator Hunters"?
"Predator Hunters" is an unscripted investigative series built around real-life law enforcement operations. It features real cases, raw bodycam footage, and the North Texas ICAC Task Force's actual work.
What is Mindhouse
Mindhouse Productions is a London-based independent television production company founded in 2019 by filmmaker Louis Theroux, Arron Fellows, and Nancy Strang. It specializes in producing, thought-provoking, high-quality documentaries, factual series, and podcasts for broadcasters and streamers, including the BBC and Sky.
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