"Noah Hawley and David W. Zucker, the minds behind 'Alien: Earth', aim to recreate the sense of discovery experienced during the viewing of the original series, according to exclusive reports."
Get ready, sci-fi fans! The highly-anticipated television series "Alien: Earth" is set to premiere on Tuesday, August 12. The first two episodes will be available to stream on Hulu at 8 pm ET, and on the FX linear channel at the same time, 8 pm ET/PT. For our international viewers, the series will also be available on Disney+ a day later, on August 13.
At the heart of this new series is the USCSS Maginot, a science vessel unlike any we've seen before in the "Alien" franchise. Unlike the original Nostromo, which was essentially a tugboat or ore freighter with reused parts, the Maginot is a more advanced science vessel built on the bones of a freighter-type ship. This design difference reflects the Maginot's specialized scientific mission, housing a new "zoo lab" for studying and storing biological samples collected during its 65-year expedition.
The choice to make the Maginot a science vessel rather than a simple freighter serves multiple purposes. It retains visual continuity with the original film by echoing familiar designs, while supporting the storytelling needs by providing a setting where diverse alien specimens can be examined and contained. The "zoo lab" aboard the Maginot visually and narratively symbolizes a scientific expedition akin to Darwin’s Beagle voyage, emphasizing exploration and discovery motifs distinct from the commercial hauling feel of the Nostromo.
The series does not shy away from grossing out viewers, with some moments being particularly disturbing. The new series features a variety of grotesque beings, all inspired by human anxieties about parasitic life and insects. Among the standout creatures is the eyeball-like T. Ocellus.
Behind the scenes, Noah Hawley, the creator of "Fargo" and executive producer of "Marvel's Legion", serves as the series creator of "Alien: Earth". He directed two out of eight episodes and wrote for the entire season. David W. Zucker, executive producer of "The Terror" and "Raised by Wolves", is also an executive producer of "Alien: Earth".
The casting process for "Alien: Earth" was entirely original and audition-heavy. The cast is very international, which adds to its international appeal. The series maintains the Xenomorph as a central theme, but with new creatures like the Orchid and Eye Midges adding to the biological intrigue far beyond the Nostromo's cargo hold.
The Maginot, which starts in 2120, is a 21st-century vessel. A new episode premieres each following Tuesday on Hulu beginning at 8 pm ET and on FX at 8 pm ET/PT. The first season of "Alien: Earth" has been watched and enjoyed by the reviewer. Don't miss out on this exciting new addition to the "Alien" universe!
- The new television series "Alien: Earth" promises a thrilling blend of science fiction and entertainment, premiering on August 12, with global availability on Hulu, FX, and Disney+.
- Beyond the Xenomorph, the series introduces new creatures like the Orchid and Eye Midges, adding to the scientific intrigue that surpasses the Nostromo's cargo hold.
- As a 21st-century science vessel, the Maginot in "Alien: Earth" accommodates a unique "zoo lab" for studying alien specimens, underscoring exploration and discovery motifs reminiscent of Darwin’s Beagle voyage.
- Recognized for his creative work on shows like "Fargo" and "Marvel's Legion", Noah Hawley serves as the series creator for "Alien: Earth", assuring a compelling mix of entertainment and sci-fi storytelling.
