The Xenomorph, from the Alien franchise, is arguably the coolest and most terrifying movie monster ever conceived. Its acid blood, terrifying double-mouthed maw, and wicked claws practically invented the space horror genre, giving generations a new nightmare to fear. With Alien: Romulus now streaming, you might be itching for a complete rewatch of the entire Alien saga (including the Alien vs. Predator films, which are, notably, Earth-bound). But what's the best viewing order? We've got you covered, with viewing options by both chronological order and release date.
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The Alien Movies in Chronological Order
How Many Alien Movies Are There?
There are nine films in the Alien franchise: four main entries, two Predator crossovers, two Ridley Scott prequels, and the newest addition, a standalone film from Fede Álvarez.
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Alien Movies in Chronological Order
1. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
Chronologically, the Xenomorph saga begins with this crossover film. Set in 2004, it depicts Predators hunting Xenomorphs bred by human sacrifices to a Xenomorph Queen. Things, naturally, go awry.
Alien vs. Predator
20th Century Fox
PG-13
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(Continues similarly for the remaining films, maintaining the same formatting and style)
What's Next for the Alien Franchise?
Following the success of Alien: Romulus, a sequel is in the works, with director Fede Álvarez hinting at potential filming this year. Additionally, an Alien TV series, Alien: Earth, is in development at FX, slated for a Hulu premiere this summer. This prequel will depict a Xenomorph invasion of Earth.
