The trailer not only introduces a new Xenomorph design but also showcases how closely *Alien: Earth* mirrors the aesthetic of Ridley Scott\\'s groundbreaking 1979 horror film. A scene set in a MU/TH/UR control room, strikingly similar to the one aboard the Nostromo, sets the stage for the unfolding terror. In this gripping sequence, a crew member desperately seeks help as the Xenomorph closes in, while Morrow, portrayed by Babou Ceesay, coldly reports the escape of the \\\"specimens,\\\" declares the crew dead, and sets the ship\\'s course for Earth. The trailer then shifts to a group of six soldiers approaching what appears to be the crashed ship, hinting at the dire fate awaiting them.

The trailer raises numerous intriguing questions: Will Morrow survive? What drives his actions? Are there any other survivors? Could someone be carrying a Xenomorph embryo? And how will the soldiers meet their end?

*Alien: Earth* sets the stage for a thrilling narrative where a mysterious spacecraft crash-lands on Earth. A young woman, played by Sydney Chandler, along with a group of tactical soldiers, stumbles upon a discovery that pits them against the planet\\'s most formidable threat.

Set in the year 2120, *Alien: Earth* fits neatly into the Alien timeline, occurring after *Prometheus* and just before the events of the original *Alien*. This placement has led fans to speculate that the series might explore the Nostromo\\'s departure from Earth or reveal how Weyland-Yutani first learned of the Xenomorphs. For context, the recently released *Alien: Romulus* is an interquel set between *Alien* and *Aliens*.

In January of last year, showrunner Noah Hawley shed light on his creative decisions for *Alien: Earth*. He explained his choice to steer away from the backstory established in *Prometheus*, favoring the \\\"retro-futurism\\\" of the original films. Hawley consulted with Ridley Scott on various aspects of the Alien universe but ultimately chose to diverge from the bioweapon narrative, preferring the lore of the earlier movies.

*Alien: Earth* is slated to premiere on Hulu in the summer of 2025, with *Alien: Romulus 2* also in development, promising more thrilling adventures in the Alien saga.

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"New Alien: Earth Trailer Unveils Xenomorph Design, Nods to Ridley Scott's 1979 Classic"

By LeoApr 01,2025

A new trailer for the highly anticipated TV series, *Alien: Earth*, has surfaced online, giving fans an exciting glimpse into what's in store. The trailer, which was initially showcased at Disney's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, was shared on the @CineGeekNews X/Twitter account. It depicts the harrowing journey of survivors from a spaceship ravaged by a Xenomorph, now hurtling towards Earth.

The trailer not only introduces a new Xenomorph design but also showcases how closely *Alien: Earth* mirrors the aesthetic of Ridley Scott's groundbreaking 1979 horror film. A scene set in a MU/TH/UR control room, strikingly similar to the one aboard the Nostromo, sets the stage for the unfolding terror. In this gripping sequence, a crew member desperately seeks help as the Xenomorph closes in, while Morrow, portrayed by Babou Ceesay, coldly reports the escape of the "specimens," declares the crew dead, and sets the ship's course for Earth. The trailer then shifts to a group of six soldiers approaching what appears to be the crashed ship, hinting at the dire fate awaiting them.

The trailer raises numerous intriguing questions: Will Morrow survive? What drives his actions? Are there any other survivors? Could someone be carrying a Xenomorph embryo? And how will the soldiers meet their end?

*Alien: Earth* sets the stage for a thrilling narrative where a mysterious spacecraft crash-lands on Earth. A young woman, played by Sydney Chandler, along with a group of tactical soldiers, stumbles upon a discovery that pits them against the planet's most formidable threat.

Set in the year 2120, *Alien: Earth* fits neatly into the Alien timeline, occurring after *Prometheus* and just before the events of the original *Alien*. This placement has led fans to speculate that the series might explore the Nostromo's departure from Earth or reveal how Weyland-Yutani first learned of the Xenomorphs. For context, the recently released *Alien: Romulus* is an interquel set between *Alien* and *Aliens*.

In January of last year, showrunner Noah Hawley shed light on his creative decisions for *Alien: Earth*. He explained his choice to steer away from the backstory established in *Prometheus*, favoring the "retro-futurism" of the original films. Hawley consulted with Ridley Scott on various aspects of the Alien universe but ultimately chose to diverge from the bioweapon narrative, preferring the lore of the earlier movies.

*Alien: Earth* is slated to premiere on Hulu in the summer of 2025, with *Alien: Romulus 2* also in development, promising more thrilling adventures in the Alien saga.

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