Alien Movies In Order (Release & Chronological)
From Ridley Scott's Alien to the sci-fi franchise's prequel series beginning with Prometheus, here's how to watch the Alien movies in order.
Alien
Alien is a sci-fi horror film franchise first started in 1979. The first movie is set in a retro-future setting aboard a spaceship known as the Nostromo. En route to return to earth, the crew of the Nostromo investigates a distress signal from a derelict spaceship. When the investigation leads to a strange alien discovery, the crew's lives are jeopardized as the new, unknown life form hunts them relentlessly.
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"That's an Exciting Goal": Aliens' Paul Reiser Wants to Resurrect Carter Burke for New Alien TV Series
Paul Reiser played the infamous Carter Burke in Aliens, and while he was revived in the comics, Reiser now hopes to do the same for an Alien TV show.
15 Most Memorable Quotes From The Alien Franchise
As with any long-running series, Alien made its share of missteps. Regardless, though, all the movies gave us their share of memorable lines.
Alien Series Casts Foundation Star As Major Weyland-Yutani Employee While Filming Continues
The upcoming FX Alien TV show, created by Noah Hawley, casts a Foundation star to play a senior member of the notorious Weyland-Yutani Corporation.
ALIENS VS AVENGERS Launches the Ultimate Crossover, From Acclaimed X-Men Writer Jonathan Hickman
Earth's Mightiest Heroes will take on Alien's Xenomorphs in the upcoming ALIENS VS AVENGERS from Jonathan Hickman and Esad Ribić.
Alien: Romulus Is Confirmed To Fix A Major Ridley Scott Mistake From His $241 Million Prequel
Alien: Romulus is shaping up to be a return to form for the iconic sci-fi franchise, and its approach fixes a Ridley Scott mistake from Covenant.
Alien Changes the Franchise Forever with 1 New Reveal About Xenomorphs' Acid Blood
Alien just revealed that the Xenomorphs' deadly acid blood is the key to eradicating all known diseases, transforming their relationship to humanity.
10 Best Alien Comics That Redefined The Xenomorph Species
Xenomorphs may have debuted in Alien films, but they didn't truly thrive until the comics. Here's the 10 best Alien comics that redefine the species!
Alien: Romulus Has The Perfect Way To Bring Back Ripley (Thanks To Ridley Scott's Prequels)
The upcoming Alien: Romulus could use a trick from one of Ridley Scott's prequels to bring back Sigourney Weaver's Ellen Ripley for a clever cameo.
Alien: Romulus Is Cashing In On A Facehugger Promise Made Back In 2003
New footage of Alien: Romulus involving the facehuggers suggests it will finally be paying off a setup briefly hinted at in Alien 3's special edition.
Alien: Romulus Trailer Shows Dozens Of Facehuggers Attacking A Ship & New Chest-Burster Scene At CinemaCon
CinemaCon showcases new footage from the upcoming movie Alien: Romulus, the latest installment in the iconic science fiction franchise.
Alien Confirms New Xenomorph Hybrids That NEED to Be in Future Movies
The Xenomorph from Alien has found new hybrid forms with existing creatures, and this game-changing revelation just made them even more dangerous.
What Movie Does "In Space No One Can Hear You Scream" Come From?
"In space no one can hear you scream" is one of the most iconic movie taglines of all time. Here's the classic movie that spawned it.
10 Star Trek Actors Who Also Appear In Alien Movies
Several actors have made the jump from exploring the stars in Star Trek to hunting Xenomorphs in the Alien franchise.
Star Trek's Borg Owe A Big Debt To Alien
Star Trek's malevolent Borg have a major connection to the xenomorphs from the Alien franchise and their creator, H.R. Giger.
Alien Reveals That Facehuggers Aren't The Death Sentence Fans Thought They Were
Facehuggers used to be considered a death sentence in the Alien universe, but an experimental procedure suggests hosts could survive an attack!
Every Type Of Xenomorph In The Alien Franchise Explained
The Xenomorph is one of the most iconic creatures in Science Fiction, which has led to several variations of the alien throughout various media.
Alien: Romulus’ Teaser Trailer Promises A Terrifying Sci-Fi Trick The Past 6 Movies Didn't Use
One brief moment from Alien: Romulus's teaser trailer proves the upcoming reboot may contain a sci-fi staple that was missing from earlier outings.
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Alien, Prometheus & Covenant Prove The Biggest Waste Of Ridley Scott's Movie Career
Despite being one of the most iconic horror films in history, Alien is Ridley Scott's only entry into the genre. This is a massive missed opportunity.
New Alien Star Responds To Ripley Comparisons After Romulus Trailer's Clear Parallel
Cailee Spaeny responds to the comparisons that are being made between her new Alien: Romulus character and Sigourney Weaver’s iconic Ripley.
Alien: Romulus Will Surely Avoid The Mistake That Ruined The Franchise's 22% Rotten Tomatoes Disaster
Alien: Romulus may face some challenges, but the upcoming Alien franchise reboot is unlikely to repeat one major 20-year-old mistake from the series.