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

A new trailer for the highly anticipated TV series, Alien: Earth, has surfaced online, providing fans with an immersive preview of what to expect from this thrilling addition to the iconic franchise. The trailer, which first debuted at Disney's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, was shared by @CineGeekNews on X/Twitter and showcases the intense struggle of a spaceship crew facing the lethal threat of a Xenomorph, as they hurtle towards Earth.

The trailer not only reveals a fresh take on the Xenomorph's design but also strikingly mirrors the aesthetic of Ridley Scott's groundbreaking 1979 film, Alien. The setting inside a MU/TH/UR control room, reminiscent of the Nostromo, sets the stage for a narrative that feels both nostalgic and terrifyingly new. In the trailer, a crew member desperately seeks help as the Xenomorph closes in, while Morrow, portrayed by Babou Ceesay, coldly reports the escape of the "specimens" and declares the crew dead, setting the ship's course for an impact on Earth. The trailer also introduces a squad of six soldiers approaching what appears to be the crashed ship, hinting at the dire consequences they will face.

This glimpse into Alien: Earth raises numerous intriguing questions: Will Morrow survive? What drives his actions? Are there any other survivors, and could any of them be carrying a Xenomorph embryo? How will the soldiers meet their fate? These questions set the stage for a gripping narrative where a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, leading a young woman, played by Sydney Chandler, and a group of tactical soldiers to uncover a terrifying secret that threatens the planet.

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 sparked speculation among fans about potential connections to the Nostromo's departure from Earth or the origins of Weyland-Yutani's interest in the Xenomorphs. Notably, the series diverges from the backstory established in Prometheus, as showrunner Noah Hawley has opted for the "retro-futurism" of the original films, a decision influenced by discussions with Ridley Scott himself.

Alien: Earth is slated to premiere on Hulu in the summer of 2025, promising to deliver a thrilling continuation of the Alien saga. Additionally, fans can look forward to Alien: Romulus 2, further expanding the universe of this beloved franchise.