‘Alien: Earth’ Trailer Reveals Mission to Contain Invasive Species & Everything Else We Know So Far
Fans of Ridley Scott‘s 1979 hit film Alien will remember the tagline, “No one can hear you scream in space,” but all bets are off when it comes to FX‘s highly anticipated spinoff series, Alien: Earth, from Fargo creator Noah Hawley.
The sci-fi horror series, which is set to arrive exclusively on Hulu this summer, has released a new trailer giving fans an even closer look at the action. With several exciting details already revealed, from the official premiere date and teasers to casting, storylines, and much more, there is plenty of information for viewers to sink their teeth into. Below, we’re rounding up everything you need to know about Alien: Earth ahead of its arrival. Scroll down for a closer look at what’s to come and stay tuned for additional details.
When will Alien: Earth premiere?
FX’s Alien: Earth will officially premiere on Tuesday, August 12, with the first two episodes available to stream on Hulu at 8pm ET, and on FX linear channel at 8pm ET/PT, and on Disney+ internationally. A new episode of the eight-episode season will premiere each following Tuesday on Hulu beginning at 8pm ET and on FX at 8pm ET/PT.
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Does Alien: Earth have a trailer?
A trailer for the series finally arrived in June, after the release of a few different promos. The last teaser before the trailer revealed the Xenomorph aboard a craft that is headed towards Earth. But the famous alien isn’t the only monster aboard, as seen in the official trailer below. Check it out here:
Since then, another new trailer has been released, focusing more on the mission to contain the invasive species that have crash-landed on Earth. Check it out here:
What is Alien: Earth about?
When a mysterious vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman (played by Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. Alien: Earth is set in 2120, a time during which five corporations — Prodigy, Weyland-Yutani, Lynch, Dynamic, and Threshold — wield the power of nations, and proprietary advancements in technology provide the promise of a new tomorrow.
Who stars in Alien: Earth?
As mentioned above, Chandler leads the series alongside an ensemble that includes Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, Essie Davis, Samuel Blenkin, Babou Ceesay, David Rysdahl, Adrian Edmondson, Adarsh Gourav, Jonathan Ajayi, Erana James, Lily Newmark, Diem Camille, and Moe Bar-El. You can get a closer look at them in this previously released promo.
Who makes Alien: Earth, and where is it filmed?
Created and executive produced by Hawley, the series is also produced by Ridley Scott’s company, Scott Free. The show’s production was mostly based in Thailand.
FX’s Alien: Earth, Series Premiere, Tuesday, August 12, FX & Hulu
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