Key Takeaways
- Fede Alvarez's Alien Romulus revitalized the series with practical effects and intense horror scenes.
- Prometheus expands on the alien story with the Engineers, offering up some dissenting but complex ideas.
- Directed by James Cameron, Aliens transformed the series into an action-packed classic with the introduction of the Alien Queen.
Few works have had as much of an impact on pop culture as horror series. alien There is a series. The series, which began with Ridley Scott's groundbreaking sci-fi masterpiece in 1979, has grown to include numerous film sequels, novels, video games, and comics.

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recently released alien romulusThe long-running sci-fi horror franchise is celebrating its 60th anniversary. HR Giger's iconic monster is still as scary and fascinating as it was when he first appeared in the original film. With the series moving to Disney and a TV series coming soon. Aliens: EarthThe franchise remains a major part of the horror landscape. Over the years the quality of the series has declined, but the most recent additions have breathed new life into the series with Fede Alvarez at its center.
9 Alien vs. Predator: Requiem
Original and unforgettable work
- supervision: Colin Strauss, Greg Strauss
- released: 2007
- run-time: 1 hour 34 minutes
Based on the classic cartoon series, Alien vs. Predator: Requiem This is the worst movie in the franchise. The movie continues directly from . alien vs predatorA Xenomorph/Predator Hybrid was released, foolishly named “Predalien”. After escaping to Earth, the Hybrid goes on a rampage in a local town, until a specialized Predator is dispatched to kill the monster.

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Alien vs. Predator: Requiem It was panned by critics who pointed out the terrible lighting, unoriginal story, and lackluster editing. This movie is a true B-movie that ended before the spin-off series was even released. Alien vs. Predator: Requiem It's a forgettable entry into the series and one of the best left in the bargain bin.
8 alien vs predator
potential fails
- supervision: Paul WS Anderson
- released: 2004
- run-time: 1 hour 41 minutes
Based on the popular cartoon series, alien vs predator It was a highly anticipated spinoff of two heavyweight sci-fi franchises. The film follows a team investigating strange heat signatures in Antarctic glaciers as they discover ancient ruins that hold hidden dangers.
The movie pits aliens, Predators, and humans against each other and provides some great Easter eggs for fans of the comics and movies. The movie is mindlessly entertaining, but lacks any real depth and doesn't bring anything new to the setting. With such a wealth of source material available, alien vs predator It's a missed opportunity to bring a beloved cartoon series to the screen. It's not a terrible movie, but it's largely forgettable.
7 alien resurrection
Sophisticated fourth work
- supervision: Jean-Pierre Genet
- released: 1997
- run-time: 1 hour 49 minutes
alien resurrection It was the long-awaited sequel, helmed by rising French arthouse director Jean-Pierre Jeunet. He has two cult hits under his belt. bullet (1991) and city of lost children (1995), the European director was poised to make it big in Hollywood with his work. alien entry.

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alien resurrection It follows the story of Ellen Ripley, a cloned woman two centuries after her death, as scientists attempt to weaponize and control aliens. The movie offered plenty of style, action, and gore, but failed to capture the audience's imagination. The film is a solid entry into the series, but struggles to live up to its classic legacy. Although this was not Jeunet's Hollywood hit, he later struck gold with his critically acclaimed work. Amelie (2001).
6 Alien: Covenant
The original director's solid position
- supervision: Ridley Scott
- released: 2017
- run-time: 2 hours 2 minutes
Alien: Covenant Ridley Scott returns to the series that launched his career. In the following Prometheus (2012), the film revolves around the crew of the Covenant, a colony spaceship that lands on a mysterious planet, only to discover that the android David is continuing his experiments to create the perfect organism.
while Alien: Covenant It has great performances, amazing cinematography, pulse-pounding action, and never reinvents the wheel. This film does everything right and is a solid entry point into the series, but it's almost forgettable compared to the bigger films. while Alien: Covenant Even if it doesn't surpass the franchise's best, it remains a must-watch. alien Pan.
5 alien 3
problematic production
- Director: David Fincher
- Released: 1992
- Runtime: 1 hour 54 minutes
while alien 3 While it wasn't the success many had hoped for, it remains a unique entry in the series with its gritty cinematography and bleak, apocalyptic tone. The film continues Ellen Ripley's story immediately after the incident. alien. Tragically, she finds herself alone on a prison planet surrounded by violent and dangerous criminals.
In his directorial debut, David Fincher was brought in late to a production that suffered from numerous rewrites and studio interference. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the film's stylish look and acting. David Fincher ultimately rejected the film. In 2003 assembly cut of alien 3 It was released without Fincher's input. This new cut will likely receive better reviews than the original theatrical release.
4 Prometheus
expand knowledge
- supervision: Ridley Scott
- released: 2012
- run-time: 2 hours 4 minutes
In 2012, Ridley Scott returned to the environment in which he built his career. Prometheus. Set before the events of the first film, Prometheus It tells the story of a group of scientists searching for the origins of humanity on a distant planet. The film explores the story of 'Space Jockey', a mysterious alien skeleton from the original film.
Prometheus It was highly anticipated, with hype steadily increasing leading up to its release. The movie never lived up to high expectations, but Prometheus Opinions will be divided. While set to alien The universe and movies dare to be different. It expands the lore and introduces a new alien race called The Engineers. Prometheus This is an underrated entry in the series due to its outstanding performances, stunning visuals, and complex exploration of ideas. It's not up to the series' best, but it's a worthy addition to the franchise.
3 alien romulus
return to form
- supervision: Fede Alvarez
- released: 2024
- run-time: 1 hour 59 minutes
with alien romulusGenre standout Fede Alvarez brought horror back to the series with his slick, gory entry. The film follows a group of colonists who illegally clean up an abandoned space station. They soon discover that they are not alone, with scary monsters already living on the ship.
alien romulus Excellent use of practical effects alien 3 with futurism Prometheus. Fede Alvarez's horror experience shines through the pitch-black atmosphere, tense action, and plenty of gore. alien romulus breathes new life into the long-running series and sets a new standard for subsequent films.
2 alien
action classic
- supervision: James Cameron
- released: 1986
- run-time: 2 hours 17 minutes
where alien It was a claustrophobic nightmare where a lonely monster hunted the crew of the Nostromo. alien Change everything to 11. A departure from his action classics. terminator (1984), James Cameron had another hit with his greatest action masterpiece. alien It follows Ellen Ripley as she returns to the planet LV-426 with the Colonial Marines after the colony becomes quiet.

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alien Not only did it enhance the action, but it also added new lore to the series. It expanded the xenomorph species and made them even more terrifying by introducing an alien queen. alien is an all-time action classic that still holds up today as much as it did when it was released, and cemented James Cameron as one of the world's greatest directors.
1 alien
A masterpiece of horror
- supervision: Ridley Scott
- released: 1979
- run-time: 1 hour 57 minutes
An effective marketing campaign leading up to launch said 'No one can hear you scream in space.' alien It exploded onto movie theater screens and made an immediate impact. The film follows the crew of the Nostromo, who are chased by a terrifying monster after responding to a distress call from an alien ship.
alien It made Sigourney Weaver a star and established Ridley Scott as a world-renowned director. The film shocked audiences with its visceral horror and gritty setting, while its outstanding quality gave the characters depth and realism. The film is claustrophobic and tense, and the crew picks up slowly throughout. alien It was the perfect antidote to sci-fi spectacle. star wars It appealed to a mature science fiction audience. Now it's hailed as an all-time classic, and it's still as powerful as it was when it was released.

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