Alien
- Created By: Ridley Scott
- Launched On: May 25, 1979
- Owner: Disney
- Tagline: In space, no one can hear you scream…
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The Best Space Opera Movies Ever Made
Say the word “sci-fi” and most people think outer space. It’s ironic then, that so few movies set in space are actually made.
The Mote In God’s Eye Is The Best Sci-Fi Classic You’ve Never Read
Though it routinely ends up on best of all time lists, somehow the 1974 science fiction novel The Mote in God’s Eye never actually seems to get read.
Scientists Find Evidence Of Dyson Spheres And Alien Civilizations
The concept of Dyson spheres, which was introduced in 1960 by Freeman Dyson, has long held mythic status as a …
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Hulu Sci-Fi Action Classic Is The Best Blockbuster Sequel
It’s been just a little over one month since the latest installment in the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus, burst onto …
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90s Sci-Fi Drama Is One Of The Most Scientifically Accurate Films Ever Made
Despite the name, most science fiction puts an emphasis on the second word and not the first, which can cause …
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Disney Star Wars Trial Should Mean The End Of Dead Actor Resurrections
The Star Wars branch of Disney, Lucasfilm, is going to trial over the CGI resurrection of Peter Cushing for 2016’s Rogue …
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Alien: Earth Violates The Core Premise Of The Franchise
Introducing the Xenomorphs to Earth violates the core premise of the Alien franchise. The series is supposed to feel alien—hence …
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Alien: Earth TV Series Finally Reveals Its Teeth
The next chapter in the Alien franchise is on the way, as FX and Hulu have premiered the teaser for …
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Flawed R-Rated Sci-Fi Horror Sequel On Hulu Deserves Second Chance
Among fans of the xeno-infested Alien franchise, Alien: Resurrection usually gets dunked on the hardest by fans. It’s not classic …
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SETI Goes Beyond Milky Way Galaxy For Alien Life
Researchers at the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Institute (SETI) have been looking at the Milky Way for signs of life …
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Alien vs. Muppets Needs To Happen
Now that Disney owns the Alien franchise, they’ve been pitting the series’ gruesome xenomorphs against several Marvel heroes, including Wolverine …
Alien: Romulus Is A Rehash Of Better Films
Fede Alvarez returns the Alien franchise to its horror roots with the admirable yet flawed Alien: Romulus. The eighth movie …
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Ridley Scott Historical Epic Finds New Life On Apple TV+
From Alien to Gladiator, filmmaker Ridley Scott has been behind some of the biggest and most popular films over the …
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Steven Spielberg’s Aliens Pitch Is Terrible
Many fans consider James Cameron’s Aliens (1986) the best movie in the franchise. Cameron took the foundation Ridley Scott laid …
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The James Cameron Secret To The Best Sci-Fi Sequels of All Time
There are two ways to make a successful sequel: the first is to build upon the previous film by expanding …
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Alien Made History In A Way No One Even Noticed
Anyone who has seen the original Alien knows that the film’s themes are tied to gender and sexuality. Between the facehugger forcefully …
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Alien: Covenant Broke The Weirdest Franchise Tradition
Certain ingredients make a movie an Alien movie. Xenomorphs, of course, and a strong female protagonist is also a must. …
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The Terror On Netflix Is The Best Season Of Television You Need To Watch
The first season of The Terror has been released for streaming on Netflix to terrify a new audience. The desolate …
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The ’90s Sci-Fi Series With Future NCIS Star You Can Stream For Free
Sci-fi as a genre does not do well on the small screen. Thanks to big-budget space operas like Star Wars, …
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Alien vs. Predator Already Fast-Tracked At Disney?
Both the Alien franchise and the Predator franchise have had some rocky years of releasing movies that left fans underwhelmed …
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Sci-Fi Horror Film Series Should Learn From MonsterVerse
The Alien Vs. Predator movies should’ve been automatic slam dunks, but 2007’s Alien Vs. Predator: Requiem did poorly enough that …
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The Sci-Fi Comedy By A Horror Master That Created Alien
“In space, no one can hear you laugh” could have easily been the tagline for the 1974 space comedy Dark …
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Alien: Romulus Easter Egg Gives Fans A Killer Clue
Whether they are an obscure or vague reference to one specific item or just a simple nod to an iconic …
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Hulu Sci-Fi Horror Crossover Could’ve Been So Much More
Sometimes every critic and fan trashes a movie so you avoid it for decades and when you’re finally bored enough …
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Hulu Action Sci-Fi Hit Brings Two Blockbuster Franchises Crashing Together
Both the Alien and Predator franchises are doing better than ever, but there was a time when both franchises were …
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How Star Wars Changed Sci-Fi Horror Movies Forever
For anyone that considers themselves an artist, you’d know that inspiration can strike at just about any moment or any …
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Alien Franchise Is Better Off Without Its So-Called Creator
The early entries in the Alien franchise are among my favorite movies ever made, with the first movie holding a …
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Supernatural Tearjerker On Max Changes How You Think About Ghosts
If you’re a fan of ghost movies, you’ve likely seen all manner of spooky apparitions slamming cabinets, shattering plates, and …
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Alien: Monday Is A Must-Watch For Fans After 6 Years Of Amazing Work
Prometheus revived the Alien franchise, whose crucial reception, following the massively successful original and its sequel, went into a decline. …
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Sci-Fi Horror With 80s Star Deserves A Second Chance, Stream Without Netflix
If you’ve never heard of the 2013 film Stranded, you’re not alone. The direct-to-video production barely made $1.7 million in …
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