Sigourney Weaver Praises Neill Blomkamp's Scrapped Alien 5

Jim Johnson Oct 29, 2018

New Alien 5 Concept Art Includes a Xenomorph Attack

Brandon Staley Dec 27, 2017

Neill Blomkamp has released concept art from Alien 5 showing a massive dropship and a Xenomorph on the prowl.

Neill Blomkamp's Alien Is 'Totally Dead,' Director Confirms

Octavio Karbank Jun 5, 2017

Echoing comments made by Ridley Scott, director Neill Blomkamp confirms his own planned Alien sequel will never be made.

Ridley Scott Suggests Neill Blomkamp's Alien 5 Will Never Happen

Nicole Sobon Apr 30, 2017

Ridley Scott seems to dash any remaining hopes that Neill Blomkamp's planned Alien sequel will ever see the light of day.

Neill Blomkamp's 'Alien 5' Will Feature a Grown-Up Newt

Kevin Melrose Nov 24, 2015

Franchise veteran Michael Biehn reveals the delayed sequel not only brings back Ripley and Corporal Hicks but also Newt from "Aliens."

Neill Blomkamp 'Alien' Film Put on Hold

Kevin Mahadeo Oct 29, 2015

The director took to Twitter to reveal that the project has been put on hold pending plans for "Prometheus 2" and beyond.

Neill Blomkamp Reveals 'Alien 5's' Updated Pulse Rifle

Kevin Melrose Oct 16, 2015

The filmmaker has revealed the first look at the modified Pulse Rifle from his upcoming sequel to "Aliens."

Blomkamp's 'Alien' Film Will 'Break a Lot of New Ground,' Sigourney Weaver Says

Kevin Melrose Mar 5, 2015

The actress, who will reprise her iconic role as Ellen Ripley, assures, "I can’t think of a better director."

Sigourney Weaver Wants to Make Another 'Alien' Movie

Josh Wigler Jun 3, 2014

"I could imagine a situation where we finish telling the story," the erstwhile Ellen Ripley says about continuing the Alien saga.

Alien Prequel Closes In On Dragon Girl

Josh Wigler Oct 29, 2010

Noomi Rapace is considered Ridley Scott's favorite contender for the lead role in his Alien prequels, but could Olivia Wilde or Abbie Cornish take her place?

In Space, No One Can Hear Anne Hathaway Scream

Josh Wigler Oct 19, 2010

Add two more names to the Alien prequel rumor mill, folks: Anne Hathaway is the latest actress mentioned in connection with Ridley Scott's return to the sci-fi franchise, while James Franco is also reportedly up for a role.

Is Natalie Portman The New Alien Star?

Josh Wigler Oct 13, 2010

The actress just passed on director Alfonso Cuaron's Gravity for Warner Bros., but her days in outer orbit aren't necessarily numbered -- according to reports, she's the front runner for the lead role in Ridley Scott's upcoming Alien prequel.

Who Is The Girl With The Alien Prequel Tattoo?

Josh Wigler Oct 8, 2010

Ridley Scott's developing Alien prequels — yes, seems as if that's actually happening — is in search of a new female lead to fill the void left by a lack of Ellen Ripley. But who will occupy that role? For that answer, you might not have to look much further than Sweden.

Ridley Scott Seeking Gemma Arterton For Alien Prequels?

Josh Wigler Sep 7, 2010

Prince of Persia and Clash of the Titans actress Gemma Arterton might be the new female lead in Ridley Scott's planned two-part prequel to Alien, according to the rising star herself.

Ridley Scott's Alien Prequel: Two Films All About The Space Jockey

Josh Wigler Jun 14, 2010

At this past weekend's Los Angeles Times Hero Complex Film Festival, Ridley Scott revealed that his forthcoming Alien prequel will actually cover two separate films about the Space Jockey, the mysterious carcass discovered by Kane (John Hurt) moments before his fateful encounter with a facehugger in the first Alien film.