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Resident Alien

2021·Show
44Episodes in4Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.0Metacritic707.0Rotten Tomatoes97%87%
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NetflixPeacockPeacock Premium+

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Resident Alien fingerprint

Funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Absurdist Humor8

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Beam this up.

Crash-landed alien Harry takes on the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor. Arriving with a secret mission, he starts off living a simple life…but things get a bit rocky when he’s roped into solving a local murder and realizes he needs to assimilate into his new world. As he does, he begins to wrestle with the moral dilemma of his mission and asking the big life questions like: “Are human beings worth saving?” and “Why do they fold their pizza before eating it?”
Sci-Fi Comedy MysteryHeartwarming Alien PerspectiveSmall-Town CharmPhilosophical HumorFound Family DynamicsSatirical Human ObservationWhodunit with a TwistCharming Eccentric Protagonist

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Duncan McNeill, Brennan Shroff, Shannon Kohli
Written by:
Elias Benavidez, Jeffrey Nieves, Emily Eslami
Composed by:
Noah Sorota

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Resident Alien

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Resident Alien legally?

NetflixPeacockPeacock Premium+

Resident Alien is included with a subscription to Netflix, Peacock, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. 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 Resident Alien worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Resident Alien rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Resident Alien have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 44 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

Is Resident Alien based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Resident Alien?

Critics84
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 84 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see Resident Alien much the same way.

When did Resident Alien air?

It ran from 2021 to 2025 and has ended.

What language is Resident Alien in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Resident Alien?

131ADAEAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBGBH+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Resident Alien in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Resident Alien use?

Big BadAw, Look! They Really Do Love Each OtherAdult AdopteeInsult BackfireLast Episode, New CharacterMurder Is the Best SolutionHappily AdoptedArtistic License – ReligionPun-Based TitleBookendsAppeal to NaturePsychic Powersand 94 more

TV Tropes lists 106 storytelling tropes for Resident Alien, including Big Bad, Aw, Look! They Really Do Love Each Other, Adult Adoptee.