New ALIEN: ROMULUS Trailer Sparks Fan Reassessment of PROMETHEUS and COVENANT

The anticipation is high for the latest installment in the Alien franchise, "Alien: Romulus," directed by Fede Alvarez and set to premiere in theaters on August 16, 2024. Following the release of a thrilling teaser trailer, fans have sparked a newfound appreciation for the preceding films, "Prometheus" (2012) and "Alien: Covenant" (2017). The teaser promises familiar horror elements and space terror, with blood-splattered scenes and the return of the ominous Xenomorphs. Given its setting between the original "Alien" (1979) and its sequel "Aliens" (1986), the story introduces a group of young characters facing the feared alien species. The involvement of Ridley Scott as a producer and his approval of the film has also bolstered excitement for its release.

"Alien: Romulus" is scheduled to be released on August 16, 2024, and it takes place between the events of "Alien" and "Aliens," presenting a standalone story within the established Alien universe.

"Alien: Romulus" is part of a long-standing science fiction franchise that began with Ridley Scott's original "Alien" movie in 1979, which has since expanded to include several sequels, prequels, and crossovers. The franchise is known for its iconic Xenomorph aliens and has significantly influenced the horror and sci-fi genres. With "Prometheus" and "Alien: Covenant," the series explored the origins of the Xenomorphs and the themes of creation and destruction. "Alien: Romulus" aims to build upon the franchise's lore while telling a new story within that universe.