Alien: Romulus" Revives Franchise with Stellar Box Office and Streaming Success
November 7, 2024Alvarez has emphasized themes of escape from difficult circumstances and the desire to avoid repeating the mistakes of previous generations throughout the film.
The physical release will include options for 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD, alongside a collector's VHS version.
Directed by Fede Alvarez, "Alien: Romulus" has successfully reinvigorated the sci-fi horror franchise since its theatrical release in August 2024.
The film features a talented cast including Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu, and was produced on a budget of $88 million, grossing $350 million worldwide.
Co-written by Alvarez and Rodo Sayagues, the screenplay is set between the events of the original 1979 film "Alien" and its 1986 sequel, "Aliens," drawing on characters created by Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett.
Since its release, "Alien: Romulus" has received positive reviews and performed well at the box office, becoming the second-highest grossing film in the franchise.
The film earned $41.5 million during its opening weekend, marking the second-highest opening in the "Alien" franchise.
The plot follows contract workers from Weyland-Yutani's Jackson's Star mining colony who hijack a spaceship to scavenge cryo-pods from a derelict space station, leading to deadly encounters with xenomorphs.
Following its theatrical run, "Alien: Romulus" became available for digital rent or purchase on October 15, 2024, and will be released on physical media formats on December 3, 2024.
The film will also be available for streaming on Hulu starting November 21, 2024, coinciding with the holiday season.
Additionally, "Alien: Romulus" will be released as part of a digital two-movie bundle with the original "Alien," celebrating its 45th anniversary.
Looking ahead, an FX prequel series titled "Alien: Earth" is anticipated to premiere in 2025, with rumors of a potential crossover with Predator.
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Gizmodo • Nov 7, 2024
Alien: Romulus Slithers Onto Hulu and Disney+ Just Ahead of ThanksgivingVariety • Nov 7, 2024
How to Watch 'Alien: Romulus' Online Streaming HuluDeadline • Nov 7, 2024
‘Alien: Romulus’ Sets Hulu Streaming Date Prior To ThanksgivingSpace • Nov 8, 2024
'Alien: Romulus' bursts onto Hulu for streaming on Nov. 21