An Alien: Romulus sequel is officially in development! As of October 24th, 2024 is was announced officially by 20th Century Studios that the studio had begun preparations for another Alien sequel, following on from Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus, which took place between Ridley Scott’s Alien and James Cameron's Aliens. Not only that, studio head Steve Asbell confirmed they were working again with Fede Alvarez, bringing the filmmaker back to direct the next film as well!
Alien: Romulus 2 Production Updates
- January 2025, rumors began to circulate that a de-aged Ellen Ripley was planned for the Alien: Romulus sequel - this rumor was DEBUNKED by Fede Alvarez himself.
- February 2025, the Alien: Romulus sequel officially entered pre-production with Fede Alvarez ironing out the script, claims the next film will take the franchise into uncharted territory.
- June 2025, Fede Alvarez revealed Alien: Romulus 2 begins filming October, 2025!
What will the next Alien movie be about?
As far as we know, the next Alien film will pick up where Alien: Romulus left off, following Rain and her Android brother Andy. Both Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson are expected to reprise their respective roles as Rain and Andy as well.
What is the official title for the Alien: Romulus sequel?
Currently no title has been revealed for the next Alien sequel, however we suspect the format will continue the tradition of the Alien moniker followed by a space station or ship's name subheading. Once a title is officially announced this portion of the article will be updated.
When does the new Alien film release?
Filming on the Alien: Romulus sequel begins October, 2025. It took Alien: Romulus 17 months (4 of which were filming) from the time cameras initially rolled to theatrical release. If the sequel is on a similar schedule, it's very possible the next Alien movie could be eyeing a release date window around March, 2027, unless the studio options for a summer blockbuster release again.
An official release date has yet to be announced.
Will the next Alien film release in theaters or be a streaming exclusive?
Given Alien: Romulus' financial success at the global box office, it's safe to assume the sequel will also release in cinemas rather than a streaming exclusive, however 20th Century Studios have not yet stated so.
Expect more updates to follow as we learn more!
