Alien

Name: Alien
Released: 1979-05-25T00:00:00-04:00

R 1979 Horror, Science Fiction · 1h 57m

During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of eggs on the planet, a creature inside one of the eggs attacks an explorer. The entire crew is unaware of the impending nightmare set to descend upon them when the alien parasite planted inside its unfortunate host is birthed.

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About Alien

During its return to Earth, the commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a desolate planet. A scouting party discovers a chamber filled with countless alien eggs. An organism bursts from one, attacking a crew member. Unbeknownst to the others, the parasitic creature implants itself within the unfortunate host. As the alien gestates and grows, the crew is plunged into a living nightmare when the deadly being emerges, turning the Nostromo into a terrifying hunting ground. Survival becomes the only objective in this desperate fight against an unstoppable force.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Ridley Scott, Alien boasts a stellar cast. Tom Skerritt plays Dallas, the captain of the Nostromo, a man burdened with responsibility. Sigourney Weaver delivers a breakout performance as Ripley, the warrant officer whose intelligence and courage become humanity's last hope. Veronica Cartwright portrays Lambert, the ship's navigator, whose fear reflects the audience's own mounting terror. Harry Dean Stanton is Brett, the cynical technician. John Hurt plays Kane, the unfortunate crew member who becomes the host for the alien creature. Ian Holm delivers a chilling performance as Ash, the ship's science officer, hiding a dark secret.

What people like about Alien

Critics and audiences alike have lauded Alien for its suspenseful atmosphere, groundbreaking creature design, and strong female lead in Sigourney Weaver's Ripley. Many praise the film's slow-burn approach to horror, emphasizing the psychological impact of the unknown rather than relying solely on gore. The visual effects, particularly the alien itself, were revolutionary for their time and continue to be admired for their realism and disturbing nature. The film's ability to blend science fiction and horror seamlessly is a key element of its enduring appeal.

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Movie Score

82%

Released

May 25, 1979

Director

Ridley Scott

Film Series

Alien Movies

Cast

Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, John Hurt, Ian Holm

Genre

Horror, Science Fiction

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