Alien: Earth TV Series: Here’s storyline, where to watch, cast and characters

The Alien franchise takes a significant step by introducing its first television series, Alien: Earth. The series will premiere this summer on FX and Hulu. It brings a unique terrestrial setting.

Cast and Characters

The series features Sydney Chandler as Wendy, a meta-human with a childlike mind. Her android mentor, Kirsh, is portrayed by Timothy Olyphant. The cast includes David Rhysdahl, Essie Davis, Adarsh Gourav, Alex Lawther, Babou Ceesay, Samuel Blenkin, Diem Camille, Moe Bar-El, Adrian Edmondson, Jonathan Ajayi, Lily Newmark and Erana James.

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Franchise Revival and Success

The Alien franchise had been dormant since 2017’s Alien: Covenant, which faced mixed reception. Fede Álvarez reignited interest with Alien: Romulus, a surprise success last summer. A sequel is already underway, though it will not involve Sigourney Weaver's Ripley character.

Storyline

Alien: Earth takes place 30 years before the events of the 1979 film Alien. It centers around a group working to stop a Xenomorph that crashes to Earth aboard a derelict spaceship. This terrestrial setting is the first for the franchise.

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Poster

A newly released poster for Alien: Earth showcases a Xenomorph overlooking Earth, with lights reflected on its head. The tagline reads, We were safer in space, emphasizing the looming threat.

Where to Watch

The series is created by Noah Hawley, known for the TV adaptation of Fargo. It will debut on FX and Hulu this summer, though the exact release date remains unconfirmed.

FAQs

What is unique about Alien: Earth?
The series marks the franchise's first television adaptation and features a terrestrial setting instead of outer space.

Who is behind the series?
The series is created by Noah Hawley, known for creating Fargo, and will air on FX and Hulu.