FX to Premiere Alien: Earth in 2025

FX has announced its upcoming series, Alien: Earth, set to premiere in Summer 2025, showcasing a new narrative within the iconic franchise. Set in the year 2120, the story revolves around a young woman, Wendy, played by Sydney Chandler, and a team of soldiers who confront a terrifying new threat after a mysterious spacecraft crash-lands on Earth. The series creator, Noah Hawley, aims to blend horror and action, with influences from both the original Alien film and the second installment, highlighting themes of inequality and the emergence of artificial intelligence. The teaser hints at the presence of predatory life forms and suggests a chilling vision of Xenomorphs on Earth. The cast features a diverse ensemble including Timothy Olyphant, Essie Davis, and Alex Lawther. As the first live-action series in the franchise, it promises to deliver a fresh take while retaining the essence of Ridley Scott's legacy.