Alien: Romulus Sequel All But Confirmed At Disney

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Alien: Romulus Sequel All But Confirmed At Disney

Key Takeaways

  • Alien: Romulus was a successful return to form for the Alien franchise, grossing over $350 million worldwide.
  • The original stars, Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson, are likely to return for the Alien: Romulus sequel.
  • A potential crossover film between Alien and Predator may happen if the individual franchises continue to do well.

As a die-hard fan of the Alien franchise, I can confidently say that 2024’s Alien: Romulus was nothing short of a triumphant return to form for the series. The film’s gripping plot, stunning visual effects, and terrifying Xenomorphs had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.

Earlier this year, the movie “Romulus” left audiences spellbound, soaring up the box office charts and receiving numerous accolades from critics. This was a comeback of sorts for the “Alien” franchise, and it seems that Disney’s 20th Century Studios is eager to build on its success.

In a chronological sequence, the movie titled “Alien: Romulus” unfolds in the year 2142, bridging the gap between the events of the films “Alien” and “Aliens”. This narrative focuses on a fresh set of characters who find themselves stranded on an abandoned space station teeming with dreadful face-huggers and Xenomorphs. The film was penned and directed by Fede Álvarez, known for “Don’t Breathe”, and produced by Ridley Scott, the original director of “Alien”. Initially slated for streaming, much like the 2022 Predator movie “Prey”, it was eventually decided by Disney to release “Alien: Romulus” in theatres. This decision turned out to be beneficial as the latest addition to the “Alien” franchise grossed over $350 million at the global box office and set new records to become the highest-grossing horror film in IMAX history. The film was also positively received by critics, earning an 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer.

Alien: Romulus Gets Sequel Update From Studio Boss

After the hit movie “Alien: Romulus,” it’s nearly official that a sequel is in the works, according to Steve Asbell, head of 20th Century Studios. In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Asbell discussed the plans for the Alien, Predator (and Alien vs. Predator) series. Regarding “Alien: Romulus,” Asbell shared that they are currently developing a sequel concept and are close to finalizing a deal to bring Alvarez back on board. “Alvarez has an idea we’re working on,” Asbell confirmed.

The head of the studio seems to have hinted that the actors Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson, who played the human-android siblings Rain and Andy in “Alien: Romulus,” will reprise their roles in the sequel. Their performances were highly acclaimed in the film, making it logical for the sequel to continue their story. Asbell stated, “The two remarkable characters, Rain and Andy, portrayed by Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson, were truly captivating in the movie. And I often find myself wondering, ‘Where do we want to see them go next?’ We already know there will be aliens and terrifying horror scenes. However, I have grown fond of both of them, and I’m eager to explore what their story becomes.

In a captivating turn, the on-screen duo, portrayed by Cailee Spaeny as Rain and David Jonsson as Andy, truly shone in the movie. This pair leaves me pondering, “Where will audiences be eager to follow these characters next?

An Update on Alien vs. Predator

It’s worth noting that Asbell recently provided an update on a previously inactive sci-fi series: Alien vs. Predator. The recent success of 20th Century Studios with Prey, a Predator prequel set in the 1700s, and their resurgence in the Alien franchise has sparked speculation about a potential clash between these two popular sci-fi franchises. When prompted about a crossover film, Asbell replied that it was “probably” on the cards, but clarified that it wouldn’t follow the conventional path you might expect. The executive elaborated that a new Alien vs. Predator movie would be a natural evolution from the recent developments in both legacy franchises, potentially featuring the same characters. However, he also pointed out that they are yet to reach that stage and won’t rush the project.

It seems that the studio is determined to build upon the success of their recent installments in both the Alien and Predator series, exploring crossover possibilities down the line. However, if the upcoming Alien: Romulus sequel and future Predator films turn out to be successful for 20th Century Studios in 2025, it’s likely we will witness these two universes merge.

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2024-10-25 19:43