Prey release date and time: How to watch Predator prequel online right now

Naru (Amber Midthunder) has her tribe at her sides in Prey
(Image credit: 20th Century Studios)

Predator fans can watch Prey online on Hulu — even if they arrive with mixed expectations. While the trailer looks great, recent Predator sequels have left fans underwhelmed to put it nicely. So, we're happy to see that Prey looks to deliver a simple approach to its storytelling, giving us a glimpse at a Predator attack on Earth that took place 300 years ago. 

Prey release date and time

Prey is live now, having dropped today (Friday, August 5) at 12 a.m. ET on Hulu.

Naru (Amber Midthunder) is a young Comanche warrior, who is concerned and on the hunt after seeing a very ominous set of clouds that looked electric. After one encounter with a bear, she's given more reason to be concerned, as that bear is levitated into the air. 

What follows is a story where a single Predator looks to take on Naru's tribe. And, as you might have guessed, that Predator isn't at much of disadvantage when it comes to the numbers. 

Such is the power of advanced weapons. So, while Naru thinks that she is the hunter and her unnamed enemy is her prey? It looks like the roles may be reversed. 

Here's what you need to know about watching Prey online. Check out the trailer below and see the Prey reviews, which are extremely positive. 

How to watch Prey online in the U.S.

Prey is streaming on Hulu. It arrived at 12 a.m. ET on Friday, August 5. 

Prey is 97 minutes. Hulu is only available in the U.S..

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How to watch Prey in Canada, the UK and Australia

While Hulu may not available everywhere, so fans around the world should be happy to know that they'll be able to watch Prey on Disney Plus' Star channel.

International versions of Disney Plus should be getting Prey on Friday (August 5).

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Prey cast

The titular Prey, Naru, a young Comanche warrior, is played by Amber Midthunder. She is opposite Dane DiLiegro, who plays the Predator hunting her.

The rest of the cast is as follows

  • Dakota Beavers as Taabe
  • Stormee Kipp in a TBA role
  • Michelle Thrush in a TBA role
  • Julian Black Antelope in a TBA role

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Henry T. Casey
Managing Editor (Entertainment, Streaming)

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