New Alien: Earth Trailer Emerges Online, Reveals Xenomorph Design and Call-Back to Ridley Scott’s Iconic 1979 Horror Film

A new trailer for the highly anticipated TV series "Alien: Earth" has surfaced online, giving fans an exciting glimpse into what's in store. Originally showcased at Disney's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, the trailer was shared by @CineGeekNews on X/Twitter, offering a thrilling look at the series set to premiere on Disney+ this summer.

The trailer centers on the harrowing plight of a space ship's survivors, who are desperately trying to navigate their vessel back to Earth amidst a Xenomorph outbreak. The design of the new Xenomorph is prominently featured, but what's truly captivating is how closely "Alien: Earth" mirrors the aesthetic of Ridley Scott's groundbreaking 1979 film. The setting inside a MU/TH/UR control room evokes the chilling atmosphere of the Nostromo, where Ripley famously uncovered the dire reality facing the crew.

In a gripping scene, a crew member frantically seeks help as the Xenomorph closes in, while Morrow, portrayed by Babou Ceesay, coldly announces the escape of the "specimens," deems the crew dead, and sets the ship's trajectory towards Earth. The trailer also introduces six soldiers approaching what appears to be the crash site, hinting at the grim fate awaiting them.

The trailer raises numerous intriguing questions: Will Morrow survive? What drives him? Are there other survivors among the crew? Has anyone been impregnated by the Xenomorph? And how will the soldiers meet their end?

"Alien: Earth" follows the aftermath of a mysterious space vessel's crash landing on Earth, where a young woman, played by Sydney Chandler, and a group of tactical soldiers stumble upon a chilling discovery that brings them face-to-face with humanity's greatest threat.

Set in the year 2120, "Alien: Earth" slots neatly into the Alien timeline, occurring after "Prometheus" and just before the events of the original "Alien." This placement has sparked speculation among fans about potential connections to the Nostromo's departure from Earth or Weyland-Yutani's initial encounter with the Xenomorphs. For context, the recently released "Alien: Romulus" is an interquel set between "Alien" and "Aliens."

Showrunner Noah Hawley has previously discussed his decision to steer away from the backstory established in "Prometheus" for "Alien: Earth." In a January 2024 interview, Hawley expressed his preference for the "retro-futurism" of the original films. Despite consulting with Ridley Scott on various aspects of the Alien universe, Hawley chose to diverge from the bioweapon narrative, favoring the lore of the initial movies.

"Alien: Earth" is slated to premiere on Hulu in the summer of 2025, with "Alien: Romulus 2" also in development, promising more thrilling additions to the Alien saga.