A new trailer for the highly anticipated series "Alien: Earth" has surfaced online, providing fans with an exhilarating glimpse into the upcoming show. The trailer, which was initially showcased at Disney's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, was shared on the @CineGeekNews X/Twitter account and offers a thrilling look at the desperate survivors of a spaceship ravaged by a Xenomorph, now on a collision course with Earth.
The trailer has sparked excitement among fans, not only for revealing a new Xenomorph design but also for its striking homage to Ridley Scott’s iconic 1979 horror classic. The setting inside a MU/TH/UR control room closely resembles the one in the Nostromo, evoking the chilling atmosphere where Ripley first discovered the crew’s dire situation.
In the trailer, a crew member frantically seeks help as the Xenomorph advances, while Morrow, portrayed by Babou Ceesay, coldly reports the escape of the "specimens," declares the crew dead, and sets the ship's trajectory towards Earth. The scene then shifts to six soldiers approaching what appears to be the crashed ship, hinting at the perilous encounters that lie ahead.
The trailer raises numerous intriguing questions: Will Morrow survive? What drives him? Are there other survivors, and could any be carrying a Xenomorph embryo? How will the soldiers meet their fate?
"Alien: Earth" sets the stage for a gripping narrative where a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth. The story follows a young woman, played by Sydney Chandler, and a group of tactical soldiers as they uncover a discovery that pits them against the planet’s most formidable threat.
Set in the year 2120, "Alien: Earth" fits within the established Alien timeline, occurring after "Prometheus" and just before the events of the original "Alien." This positioning has led fans to speculate that the series might depict the Nostromo's departure from Earth or reveal how Weyland-Yutani first learned of the Xenomorphs. Notably, "Alien: Romulus," another recent addition to the franchise, is set between "Alien" and "Aliens."
Showrunner Noah Hawley has shared insights into his approach to the series, explaining his decision to steer away from the backstory established in "Prometheus." Hawley, who consulted with Ridley Scott, opted for the "retro-futurism" of the original films over the bioweapon narrative, aiming to honor the lore that fans cherish.
"Alien: Earth" is set to premiere on Hulu in the summer of 2025. Additionally, "Alien: Romulus 2" is currently in development, promising more thrilling adventures within this iconic universe.
