Watch the Alien franchise in order with our comprehensive list, from the 1979 original to Alien: Earth, and including the Alien vs. Predator crossovers.

For over 40 years, the Xenomorph has terrorized audiences with seven films, two Alien vs. Predator crossover movies and a show, Alien: Earth. The prequel, which premiered on FX and Hulu on Aug. 12, 2025, marked the first time the story has been adapted for the small screen.

Alien: Earth doesn’t mention the Tyrell Corporation, but despite what the showrunner says, there could be a link to Blade Runner.

The Xenomorph isn't just one monster but many. Discover all the types of this scary extraterrestrial species from the Alien franchise here.

The series by creator Noah Hawley is described as a spin-off to the original Ridley Scott-directed film, " Alien ," from 1979. The film follows a space crew aboard the starship, Nostromo, who are on their journey back home when they receive a distress call from an alien vessel.

Wendy goes on a mission, Kavalier reveals a master plan and Kirsh plants a seed in an episode that feels like its killing time as much as Xenomorphs.

Based on what I've seen in Alien: Earth and his work in FX's Legion, Noah Hawley is a fan of blending the old with the new. I have to wonder then that if he could've done the same with his pitched Star Trek movie, blending new storytelling ideas alongside the classic aesthetic of film from the TOS era.

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Alien: Earth has quickly become the highest-rated entry in the Alien franchise, according to Rotten Tomatoes. The new live-action series, which premiered on FX, FX on Hulu, and Disney+ worldwide on August 12,