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The Aliens

2016·Show
6Episodes in1Season·NR
IMDb6.2
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PrimeHuluAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsCineverseMidnight PulpAmazon MX Player

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The Aliens fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Violence6

Heart

Romantic

  • Romance7
  • Pathos5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some satire and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody7
  • Dark Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Society, class and money, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Nearly 40 years ago aliens crash-landed in the UK. They look like us, but are forced to live in a ghetto. Border control officer Lewis falls in love with one.
Sci-Fi SatireSocial CommentaryImmigration AllegoryDark ComedyGhetto LifeInter-species RomanceUK DramaGritty RealismCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
Lawrence Gough, Jonathan van Tulleken
Written by:
Fintan Ryan, Jon Brown

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Aliens

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Where can I stream The Aliens legally?

PrimeHuluAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsCineverseMidnight PulpAmazon MX Player

The Aliens is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Midnight Pulp, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Cineverse, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Aliens worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Aliens rated?

NRViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does The Aliens have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

When did The Aliens air?

It ran from 2016 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is The Aliens in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Aliens?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Aliens in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Aliens use?

Agony of the FeetThe AlcoholicStraight GayPotty FailureVomit Indiscretion ShotDid Not Get the GirlAliens Speaking EnglishNot Actually His ChildBrick JokeFantastic RacismFantastic GhettoDoes This Remind You of Anything?and 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for The Aliens, including Agony of the Feet, The Alcoholic, Straight Gay.