Alien: Earth trailer released - Details explored about the Alien franchise prequel

Alien: Earth is an eagerly awaited science fiction horror series set to be released on August 12, 2025. Directed by Noah Hawley, the show serves as a prequel to Ridley Scott’s 1979 film Alien and will air on FX and Hulu.

Fans of the genre have been anticipating this project, which explores the world of extraterrestrial threats. The excitement among fans has reached a peak with the release of the first full trailer for Alien: Earth on June 5, 2025.

The plot is set in the year 2120, two years before the events of the original film. Earth is governed by five powerful corporations, including Prodigy. The story begins with the crash-landing of a deep-space vessel, the USCSS Maginot, bringing with it a secret: five invasive alien species.

Wendy, the first hybrid created by Prodigy, and a team of tactical soldiers must confront these terrifying life forms while facing off against corporate interests eager to exploit the situation.

What’s in the trailer of Alien: Earth?

The newly released trailer for Alien: Earth depicts a ship crash-landing on Earth, sending the people on a race against time to contain the enigmatic and lethal species it carries.

One of the key characters is Wendy, played by Sydney Chandler. Her development as a human-synthetic hybrid is vital for the narrative. Unlike her robotic body, the trailer emphasizes Wendy's struggle with her human emotions. It also teases the conflict between the various corporations, including Prodigy, which seeks to exploit the alien technology. Xenomorphs and other invasive species darken the atmosphere, making the visuals intense.

Viewers are eager to learn how the story develops, what secrets lie under the surface of Prodigy Corporation, and how Wendy's path will coincide with the events of the Alien series as the show's premiere approaches.

Also Read: Alien: Earth on Hulu- Release date, trailer, and everything we know so far

Creatures that are shown in the trailer

Alien Earth premieres on August 12, 2025. (Image via Instagram/@hulu)

The trailer for Alien: Earth unveils several old and new creatures. One of the most iconic and feared creatures in the Alien universe, the Xenomorph, is featured prominently. Fans may recognize it, but the trailer suggests a new meaning. The Xenomorphs' eggs, facehuggers, and chestbursters are detailed, continuing the lifecycle from previous films.

The Facehugger, an essential part of the Xenomorph lifecycle, is also depicted in the trailer with a new red/pink color palette, suggesting a fresh take on it. These creatures continue their role in implanting chestbursters into their hosts.

In addition to these familiar threats, there are some new creatures introduced in the upcoming series. One of these is a jellyfish-like creature named T. Ocellus. Viewers get a glimpse of T. Ocellus' abilities, as the trailer shows how its tentacles might enter other species' eyes and regulate their nervous systems.

Production and direction

A still from Alien Earth (Image via Instagram/@fxnetworks)

Alien: Earth is directed by Noah Hawley, who also serves as the showrunner. Renowned for his work on Legion and Fargo, Hawley offers an alien universe a fresh perspective while staying true to the dark tone set by Ridley Scott's original film.

Moreover, the script is penned by writers Bob DeLaurentis and Bobak Esfarjani. Dana Gonzales and Colin Watkinson serve as the cinematographers of this project. The cast is led by Sydney Chandler as Wendy, with Timothy Olyphant, Alex Lawther, and Adarsh Gourav rounding out the main roles.

Filming for this series started in July 2023, since COVID-19 caused delays in production, as reported by The Wrap.

Stay tuned for more updates on Alien: Earth and similar projects as the year progresses.

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