A New Chapter in the Alien Saga
After decades of keeping the Xenomorph threat away from Earth, the nightmare has finally reached our home planet. Alien: Earth, the first television series in the legendary sci-fi horror franchise, debuted on August 12, 2025, premiering on FX and Hulu in the US and on Disney+ internationally.
The series comes from acclaimed showrunner Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), who brings his signature blend of psychological depth and cinematic spectacle to the franchise. Positioned between Alien: Covenant and Ridley Scott’s original 1979 classic, the show expands the lore while introducing new characters and fresh terrors.
Setting and Story: When the Xenomorphs Come Home
The story unfolds in 2120, just two years before Ellen Ripley’s fateful encounter aboard the Nostromo. When the research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, a young woman named Wendy (Sydney Chandler) and a squad of soldiers stumble upon a discovery that threatens all of humanity.
While longtime fans will immediately suspect what’s coming, the series mixes suspense, action, and horror in a way critics are already praising. Early reviews call it “a thought-provoking bloodbath” and even compare it to Andor, but for the Alien universe.
How to Watch Alien: Earth Online
Streaming in the United States
In the US, Alien: Earth is available exclusively on Hulu and FX. Subscribers can also access other entries in the franchise, including Alien: Romulus and the classic films.
- Hulu with ads: $9.99/month or $99.99/year
- Hulu (no ads): $18.99/month
Streaming Internationally
For viewers outside the United States, the series streams on Disney+. Prices vary by country, but UK subscriptions are a good benchmark:
- Standard with ads: £4.99/month
- Standard no ads: £8.99/month or £89.90/year
- Premium (4K UHD): £12.99/month or £129.90/year
This rollout ensures that fans around the world can join in the latest chapter of the Alien saga simultaneously.
Episode Guide and Release Schedule
Season one of Alien: Earth contains eight episodes. The premiere launched with a double-episode debut, followed by weekly releases.
Full release schedule:
- Episodes 1 & 2 — Neverland / Mr. October: Aug. 12 (US), Aug. 13 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 3 — Metamorphosis: Aug. 19 (US), Aug. 20 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 4 — Observation: Aug. 26 (US), Aug. 27 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 5 — In Space, No One…: Sept. 2 (US), Sept. 3 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 6 — TBA: Sept. 9 (US), Sept. 10 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 7 — TBA: Sept. 16 (US), Sept. 17 (UK/Intl)
- Episode 8 — TBA: Sept. 23 (US), Sept. 24 (UK/Intl)
International release times may vary slightly by region.
The Cast: A Wider Ensemble
Unlike most Alien films, which focus on a smaller crew, Alien: Earth boasts a sprawling ensemble. This larger cast hints at high stakes—and plenty of Xenomorph casualties.
Confirmed cast includes:
- Sydney Chandler as Wendy
- Timothy Olyphant as Kirsh
- Alex Lawther as CJ “Hermit”
- Samuel Blenkin as Boy Kavalier
- Essie Davis as Dame Silvia
- Adarsh Gourav as Slightly
- Kit Young as Tootles
- David Rysdahl as Arthur
- Babou Ceesay as Morrow
- Jonathan Ajayi as Smee
- Erana James as Curly
- Lily Newmark as Nibs
- Diêm Camille as Siberian
- Adrian Edmondson as Atom Eins
- Moe Bar-El as Rashidi
- Sandra Yi Sencindiver as Yutani
Additional cast members include Richa Moorjani, Enzo Cilenti, Michael Smiley, Amir Boutrous, and more in yet-to-be-revealed roles.
Why Alien: Earth Is a Must-Watch
The Alien franchise has always thrived on tension, claustrophobia, and the fear of the unknown. What sets Alien: Earth apart is its ambition: to bring that terror to humanity’s own doorstep.
With Noah Hawley at the helm, a rich ensemble cast, and early critical praise, the series has the potential to be a defining chapter for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Whether you’re watching on Hulu in the US or Disney+ abroad, the Xenomorphs are here—and this time, there’s nowhere to hide.
