The legendary Alien franchise is set to scare audiences anew with the release of Alien: Romulus, a chilling sci-fi horror thriller from 20th Century Studios. This highly anticipated film will be available for digital purchase on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home starting October 15, 2024. Physical copies in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats will follow on December 3, 2024.
A Return to Form
Directed by the acclaimed Fede Alvarez, Alien: Romulus takes the franchise back to its iconic roots, promising an experience described by critics as “sheer terror” (Brian Truitt, USA Today) and “utterly breathtaking” (Andrew J. Salazar, Discussing Film). The film has already garnered impressive box office success, making it the second highest-grossing entry in the Alien franchise globally and earning a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes™.
A New Chapter in the Alien Universe
Alien: Romulus introduces a fresh narrative and new characters that set it apart from previous installments. As a group of young colonizers scavenges a derelict space station, they encounter the universe’s most relentless life form, reigniting the horror that the franchise is known for. Starring Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu, this film marks an exciting new direction for the beloved series.
Special Features
Fans can dive deeper into the Alien universe with exclusive bonus content that includes:
- Return to Horror: Crafting Alien: Romulus: Explore Fede Alvarez’s vision for the film and his collaboration with master filmmaker Ridley Scott.
- Creating the Story: Discover the inspirations behind Romulus and find Easter eggs from previous Alien films.
- Casting the Faces: Meet the cast and learn how their characters connect with the franchise’s legacy.
- Constructing the World: A look at the impressive practical sets and creatures, including facehuggers and xenomorphs.
- Inside the Xenomorph Showdown: An exploration of the film’s climactic zero-gravity sequence, showcasing the extensive behind-the-scenes work.
- Alien: A Conversation: A special discussion featuring Ridley Scott and Fede Alvarez, celebrating the 45th anniversary of Alien.
- Alternate/Extended Scenes: Additional footage that didn’t make the final cut.
Don’t Miss Out when Alien: Romulus hits Fandango at Home, iTunes and other VOD hotspots
Mark your calendars for October 15 and prepare for a terrifying journey into the Alien universe with Alien: Romulus.
