"Alien Movies: Chronological Viewing Guide"

The Xenomorph from the Alien film franchise stands as one of the most iconic and terrifying movie monsters ever created, renowned for its acid blood, nested mouths, and deadly claws. This creature has not only defined the space horror genre but also instilled a new kind of fear in audiences worldwide. With the latest installment, Alien: Romulus, now streaming, fans might be eager to dive into a full rewatch of the entire Alien saga, including the Alien/Predator crossover films, which are set on Earth.

If you're wondering about the best viewing order, we've got you covered. Here are detailed listings for watching the Alien movies, both in chronological order and by release date.

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The Alien Movies in Chronological Order

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How Many Alien Movies Are There?

The Alien franchise encompasses a total of nine movies — four in the mainline series, two Predator crossovers, two prequels directed by Ridley Scott, and the latest addition, a standalone film from Fede Álvarez.

Alien: 6-Film Collection

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Alien: Romulus

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Alien: 35th Anniversary Edition

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Aliens

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Prometheus

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Alien Movies in (Chronological) Order

1. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

The Xenomorph saga begins chronologically with the first crossover film, AVP: Alien vs. Predator. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, the film is set in 2004 and explores a concept first introduced in a 1989 comic. It reveals that Predators (known as Yautja) have been visiting Earth for millennia, with ancient cults sacrificing humans to Xenomorphs for the Predators to hunt. However, their 2004 hunting trip takes a disastrous turn.

Alien vs. Predator
20th Century Fox
Aug 13, 2004
PG-13

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2. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

Continuing in the modern era, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem picks up immediately after AVP. An Alien-Predator hybrid, the "Predalien," terrorizes a small Colorado town. A veteran Predator arrives to rectify the situation, resulting in significant chaos. This marks the final crossover film in the Alien franchise.

Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem
Davis Entertainment
Dec 25, 2007
R

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