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'Alien': Where to watch the complete saga online

Full of highs and lows, the Alien franchise has a complexity all its own. Starting with Ridley Scott's masterpiece Alien, a film that continues to be imitated even decades after its release, and going all the way to goofier entries like Alien vs. Predator 2, the saga boasts a peculiar mythology that isn't always clear — though the franchise remains one of the most interesting in the world of sci-fi blockbusters. All this with talented directors and actors lending their creativity and skills to the franchise, even if some entries are questionable (to put it midly!). Below, dive into the Alien films in chronological order of release and find out where to watch them online.

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Alien

Alien

8.5/10
1h56min
R
1979
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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A movie that redefined the horror and sci-fi genres, and can be considered Ridley Scott's masterpiece. The director commanded all cameras used during the shoot - many movies are filmed by assistant directors. The protagonist Sigourney Weaver was the first woman to portray an action heroine in a franchise! 'Alien: The Eighth Passenger' is, without a doubt, a milestone in the history of cinema.

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Aliens

Aliens

8.4/10
2h17min
R
1986
Action
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They say sequels rarely surpass the original films, but the sequel to 'Aliens', along with 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day', are notable exceptions to the rule. James Cameron ('Avatar') took over from Ridley Scott and did what he does best: make everything bigger and more spectacular, with hordes of Xenomorphs to change the approach that the original had on the horror atmosphere. The result is one of the most acclaimed action and science fiction films of all time, which ended up consolidating Sigourney Weaver as the heroine of action cinema.

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Alien 3

Alien 3

6.4/10
1h54min
R
1992
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Alien 3 is the debut film of acclaimed director David Fincher (Fight Club) and was tasked with concluding the Alien trilogy but ended up being another chapter in the saga. To create a consistent and darker plot, he relied on dark cinematography and a powerful soundtrack. He also chose to reaffirm the presence of the protagonist Ripley as a female icon in sci-fi movies fighting against unimaginable creatures, and delivered a surprising ending for the audience.

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Alien Resurrection

Alien Resurrection

6.2/10
1h48min
R
1997
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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In Alien: Resurrection, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet (The Fabulous Destiny of Amélie Poulain), the franchise gains another chapter. Released in 1997, the plot continues the story of the previous films, showing the protagonist Ripley being revived through a clone to try to prevent an army of new extraterrestrials from destroying Earth. Despite some plot solutions seeming unnecessary or forced, they were handled intelligently by the director, who knew how to leverage the talent of the cast, especially Winona Ryder and Ron Perlman.

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Alien vs. Predator

Alien vs. Predator

5.7/10
1h40min
PG-13
2004
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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With a budget of $60 million, Alien vs. Predator tells the story of a group of scientists who discover a pyramid in Antarctica. What they couldn't have imagined was that the location served as a shelter for two dangerous and violent alien races. Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson (Resident Evil), the film is the third appearance for the Predator character and the fifth for the Alien. In addition to being a good crossover, the plot captivates the audience with great action sequences and special effects.

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