Xenomorph fanatics, the wait is almost over! The new “Alien: Earth” series is ready for a full-scale planetary infestation, and the premiere is here! In space, no one can hear you scream—but on Earth, everyone will.
A Groundbreaking Prequel from a Visionary Mind
This highly anticipated series is a prequel to Ridley Scott’s groundbreaking 1979 masterpiece, Alien, and it’s in the hands of a creative genius. The showrunner is none other than Noah Hawley, the critically acclaimed force behind mind-bending and visually stunning series like FX’s Fargo and Legion. Hawley isn’t just writing this new chapter; he’s also directing it, promising a singular and potentially groundbreaking vision for the Alien universe.
The trailer gives fans a visceral and deeply unsettling glimpse into the horrifying life cycle of these iconic creatures. It’s a stark reminder of just how insidious and utterly terrifying the Xenomorphs have been since they first burst onto our screens in 1979.
The visuals are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine and reignite the primal fear that the original film so expertly instilled in our collective consciousness. It’s a brutal reminder that there are far more dangerous things lurking out in the cosmos. And now, they’re coming to our backyard.
When the Xenomorphs Come Home
In the series, “When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth. A young woman (Sydney Chandler) and a group of soldiers make a discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. This flips the classic Alien scenario on its head—the Xenomorphs aren’t just waiting for us in the cold vacuum of space; they’re coming to our turf.
An Impressive Cast
Sydney Chandler leads a talented cast that includes Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, Essie Davis, and Samuel Blenkin. The ensemble also features Babou Ceesay, David Rysdahl, Adrian Edmondson, Adarsh Gourav, Jonathan Ajayi, Erana James, Lily Newmark, Diem Camille, and Moe Bar-El.
A Double Episode Drop!
Mark your calendars! “Alien: Earth” is set to kick off with a double dose of terror—a two-episode premiere on Tuesday, August 12th! You’ll be able to witness the terrifying debut simultaneously on Hulu and FX at 8 p.m. ET/PT. It will also be available to stream on Disney+ on the very same day. Following this explosive launch, a new episode will be unleashed weekly every Tuesday.