Alien
Summary
The Alien film series is a science fiction horror film franchise, focusing on Lieutenant Ellen Ripley (played by Sigourney Weaver) and her battle with an extraterrestrial lifeform, commonly referred to as "the Alien". Produced by 20th Century Fox, the series started with the 1979 film Alien, which led to three movie sequels, as well as numerous books, comics and video game spinoffs. Related to the franchise are the "Alien vs. Predator" films (Alien vs. Predator and Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem), based on the related franchise which combine the Aliens with the Predators from the Predator film series.
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Aliens' Star Talks Reviving the Franchise's Most Hated Character in an Unexpected Way
Paul Reiser has revisited the world of Aliens to bring back the franchise's hated bad guy Carter Burke in a brand new What If..? comic.
Alien: Romulus Star Says It's a 'Very, Very, Very Different' Film for the Franchise
Alien: Romulus star David Jonsson teases the unique approach to the franchise in the prequel/sequel.
What Could We Expect from an Alien TV Show?
What could be in store for the small-screen offering of the classic sci-fi franchise?
Alien: Romulus Star Teases One Scene That Sickened Crew
Alien: Romulus' Isabela Merced revealed a scene too gruesome for the cast and crew.
Fede Alvarez's New Alien Movie Officially Titled; Still Set For August 2024 Release
The latest addition to the Alien franchise will have a place in the timeline of the original franchise.
Alien Series’ Noah Hawley Reveals if the Prequels Will Play a Role in the Show
Noah Hawley has offered some intriguing insight into his Alien FX series and reveals whether Prometheus and its changes to canon will be included.
Disney Book Turns The Alien Franchise Cute and Child-Friendly
Ellen Ripley will be looking for aliens on board the Nostromo once again, but this time in a children's Little Golden Book.
FX's Alien Star Reveals Bold Vision For the Beloved Sci-Fi Saga
FX's Alien show promises to redefine the original masterpiece.
FX's Alien TV Series Adds Justified's Timothy Olyphant in an Enigmatic Synth Role
Justified's Timothy Olyphant joins FX's Alien TV series playing a pivotal role.
10 Movies That Capture the Space Horror Genre Best
There's probably nothing more horrific than the yawning void of space. Here are 10 films that capture the underutilized space horror genre best.
Should Fede Alvarez's Alien Bring Back Ripley?
With nostalgia being all the rage, do Alien fans want to see Sigourney Weaver in her iconic role as Ripley once again?
Alien FX Series Now Eyeing 2025 Release Date
Following the end of the strike, the Alien show from Noah Hawley will now be able to start shooting with star Sydney Chandler.
Alien Movies in Order: How to Watch Chronologically and By Release Date
Debating how to watch the legendary movies in the Alien franchise? Here they are in both chronological and release order.
Fede Alvarez Reveals Ridley Scott's Reaction to His Alien Movie
Alien: Romulus director Fede Alvarez shares Ridley Scott's opinion on the upcoming film.
Alien: Why it May be Time For the Franchise to End
The Alien franchise took horror and science fiction to unexpected places. Now is the perfect time for the series to end.
Alien: Director’s Cut Challenged the Franchise’s Xenomorph Lore with the Insertion of a Deleted Scene
Ridley Scott’s Alien: Director’s Cut redefined the Alien canon with a deleted scene.
Every James Cameron Movie, Ranked
Critically renowned filmmaker James Cameron is one of the most successful directors of all time, with his visionary approach heralded in cinema.
Alien: Bishop Will Finally Give Fans a Direct Sequel to Aliens and Alien 3 - Just Not on Screen.
The new novel will bring back Lance Henriksen's iconic android from James Cameron's action blockbuster sequel.
FX's Alien Series Suspends Production Amid SAG-AFTRA Strike
The FX series has spent the last month shooting Alien without its SAG-AFTRA members, but has finally succumbed to halting production.
Alien's Most Unforgettable Scenes From the Original Movie
Sci-fi isn't what it used to be, so let's take a look at the most iconic moments from Ridley Scott's original Alien and see how it should be done.