Every ’90s kid has at least once been traumatized by watching an alien burst out of a person’s belly or a face hugger being stuck to their face. Now if us ’90s kids have been through this, why not the younger generations? By bringing back the terrifying Xenomorphs, Alien Romulus is reviving the claustrophobic horror of being chased down and hunted. In this article, we will explore the release date, cast, and plot of Alien: Romulus.
What Is the Release Date of Alien Romulus?
Alien Romulus was released on August 16, 2024, in the US. This film was initially set to premiere exclusively on Hulu but was later changed to a theatrical release before filming began. Additionally, the movie is set to release on August 16 in the UK and Japan, while fans in India will have to wait until August 23, 2024.
Is There a Trailer for Alien Romulus?
Yes, the trailer for Alien: Romulus was released on June 4, 2024. Prior to this, 20th Century Studios shared a teaser trailer that provided the first glimpse of the movie. The official trailer reveals a spaceship with empty corridors, where humans are confronted by an alien attack. Viewers can expect to see Rain Carradine in action against these menacing aliens, reminiscent of earlier Alien films.
What Is the Cast of Alien Romulus?
The protagonist of Alien Romulus, Rain Carradine, will be played by Cailee Spaeny. Alongside her, David Jonsson portrays a humanoid android named Andy, who acts as a brother figure to Rain. While we have names for other characters in the cast, details about their roles are still under wraps.
Alien Romulus Cast List
- Cailee Spaeny – Rain Carradine
- David Jonsson – Andy
- Isabela Merced – Kay
- Spike Fearn – Bjorn
- Archie Renaux – Tyler
- Aileen Wu – Navarro
What Is the Plot of Alien Romulus?
While the complete plot synopsis has not been disclosed, the creators of Alien Romulus have indicated that it will be a stand-alone film, not interconnected with other entries in the Alien franchise. The film takes place between the events of two original trilogy movies. The plot synopsis provided alongside the trailer states:
“While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.”
As seen from the synopsis, there's limited insight into the movie's direction. It remains uncertain whether Alien Romulus will adhere to the sci-fi horror elements of the original or lean towards action thriller aspects seen in later films. We’ll have to wait and see if this installment becomes the best in the Alien franchise!
