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Alien: Romulus

2024·Movie
1h 59min·R
IMDb7.1Metacritic647.0Rotten Tomatoes80%80%

Where to watch

Hulu

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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Scare8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Catharsis5
  • Coming of Age4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Dark Humor2
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

The future and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography, sound design, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Sound Centrality9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchPure Escapism

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You want something to laugh atGraphic violence bothers youYou scare easily

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About

In space, no one can hear you.

While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.
Sci-Fi Horror ThrillerVisceral Body HorrorClaustrophobic AtmosphereImmersive Sound DesignNostalgic Franchise ContinuationHigh-Stakes SurvivalStunning CinematographyUnrelenting Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Fede Álvarez, Lee Cleary, Tamás 'Chipie' Péter
Written by:
Dan O'Bannon, Fede Álvarez, Ronald Shusett
Produced by:
Ridley Scott, Walter Hill, Fede Álvarez
Composed by:
Mark Paterson, Beau Borders, Will Files

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Alien: Romulus

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Where can I stream Alien: Romulus legally?

Hulu

Alien: Romulus is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Alien: Romulus worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 80%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Alien: Romulus rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is Alien: Romulus?

1 h 59 min

Alien: Romulus runs 1 h 59 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Alien: Romulus?

Critics72
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Alien: Romulus much the same way.

Was Alien: Romulus a box office hit?

Budget$80 million
Box office$351 million

Yes. It cost about $80 million to make and earned $351 million worldwide, 4.4 times its budget.

What language is Alien: Romulus in?

EnglishDanishDutch

It was made in English, with some Danish, Dutch. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Alien: Romulus?

85ADALARATAUAZBABEBGBOBRBZCACH+71

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alien: Romulus in 85 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Alien: Romulus use?

Ungrateful BastardIronyHealing PotionBastardly SpeechMore DakkaSequel HookBody HorrorJerkass Has a PointRace Against the ClockLogo JokeMeaningful NameScreaming Womanand 175 more

TV Tropes lists 187 storytelling tropes for Alien: Romulus, including Ungrateful Bastard, Irony, Healing Potion.