Burbank, CA – September 26, 2024 – The legendary Alien franchise gives birth to an all-new terrifying sci-fi horror thriller when 20th Century Studios’ “Alien: Romulus” arrives at digital retailers (Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home) on October 15th and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on December 3rd.
Director Fede Alvarez takes the phenomenally successful “Alien” franchise back to its iconic roots in the next jaw-dropping installment heralded by critics as “sheer terror” (Brian Truitt, USA Today) and “utterly breathtaking” (Andrew J. Salazar, Discussing Film). “Alien: Romulus” is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes™ and has already thrilled audiences at the box office, becoming the second highest-grossing film in the “Alien” franchise globally.
“Alien: Romulus” is the start of a new chapter with a brand-new story unlike any other “Alien” movie that came before it, featuring all-new creatures and characters that are “tense enough to grab you by the throat” (Owen Gleiberman, Variety). Fans can delve deeper into the “Alien” franchise with all-new exclusive bonus features, including featurettes with filmmakers Fede Alvarez and Ridley Scott, behind-the-scenes content, and alternate and extended scenes. The 4K Ultra HD™ will be available in a collectible limited edition SteelBook® with custom artwork and packaging.
The original 1979 sci-fi thriller “Alien” is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. On October 15th, fans can experience the terror in a 2-Movie Collection digital bundle (“Alien” and “Alien: Romulus”) in 4K Ultra HD™, HD, and SD.
SYNOPSIS
This truly terrifying sci-fi horror-thriller takes the phenomenally successful “Alien” franchise back to its iconic roots. While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young colonizers come face-to-face with the most relentless and deadly life form in the universe. Starring Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu, “Alien: Romulus” is directed by horror master Fede Alvarez from a screenplay by Alvarez and frequent collaborator Rodo Sayagues based on characters created by Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett. Ridley Scott — who directed the original “Alien” and the series entries “Prometheus” and “Alien: Covenant” — produces with Michael Pruss and Walter Hill.
Bonus Features*:
- Return to Horror: Crafting Alien: Romulus
♦ The Director’s Vision – Discover how one of today’s greatest horror directors, Fede Alvarez, collaborated with master filmmaker Ridley Scott to craft a new, heart-pounding chapter in the Alien franchise.
♦ Creating the Story – Learn what inspired the story of Alien: Romulus and see the many easter eggs from previous Alien installments that you may have missed.
♦ Casting the Faces – Meet the stars of Alien: Romulus as they take us inside the hearts and minds of their characters. Explore the parallels between Rain and the iconic franchise heroine, Ripley, and learn how filmmakers brought back a face from the past.
♦ Constructing the World – Explore the massive, practical sets of Alien: Romulus, which hearken back to the futuristic style established in the ’80s. Get up close and personal with a hoard of practically built face-huggers, chest bursters, and xenomorphs. - Inside the Xenomorph Showdown – Experience the film’s climactic zero-gravity sequence from every angle as filmmakers break down what it took to make the moment spectacular. From sets and performances to wirework, stunts, and VFX, see how it all came together.
- Alien: A Conversation – A special conversation with Ridley Scott and Fede Alvarez for the “Alien” 45th Anniversary theatrical re-release.
- Alternate/Extended Scenes – Check out scenes that didn’t make the final cut.
*Bonus features may vary by product and retailer.
Starring Cailee Spaeny as Rain, David Jonsson as Andy, Archie Renaux as Tyler, Isabela Merced as Kay, Spike Fearn as Bjorn, and Aileen Wu as Navarro.
Produced by Ridley Scott, Michael Pruss, and Walter Hill.
Written by Fede Alvarez and Rodo Sayagues.
Directed by Fede Alvarez.
Available on Digital October 15th, and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD December 3rd
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