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Alien: Covenant
2017·Movie
Alien: Covenant fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Scare8
- Spectacle8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Cringe Humor1
World
The future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Rewatchability6
- Dialogue Centrality4
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Standout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Visual Stylization8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Alien: Covenant is nerve-racking, scary, and spectacular. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, visual style, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, visual style, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
The path to paradise begins in hell.
The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise but is actually a dark, dangerous world.
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Questions about Alien: Covenant
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Alien: Covenant worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 65%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alien: Covenant rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Alien: Covenant?
2 h 2 min
Alien: Covenant runs 2 h 2 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Alien: Covenant?
Critics65
Audiences59
Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see Alien: Covenant much the same way.
Was Alien: Covenant a box office hit?
Budget$97 million
Box office$241 million
Yes. It cost about $97 million to make and earned $241 million worldwide, 2.5 times its budget.
What language is Alien: Covenant in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Alien: Covenant?
107
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+93GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alien: Covenant in 107 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Alien: Covenant use?
Only Sane ManEnfant TerribleConveniently Close PlanetViral Transformation"Jaws" First-Person PerspectiveDeveloping Doomed CharactersGrave-Marking SceneBreaking Old TrendsUltimate Life Form"Last Supper" StealColony ShipAliens Steal Cableand 154 more
TV Tropes lists 166 storytelling tropes for Alien: Covenant, including Only Sane Man, Enfant Terrible, Conveniently Close Planet.