Alien: Romulus (2025) is an eagerly anticipated addition to the iconic Alien franchise, blending elements of science fiction horror and thrilling suspense. Set in the same universe as Ridley Scott’s original 1979 Alien film, this installment brings a fresh story while retaining the franchise’s trademark sense of dread and danger in the vastness of space. Directed by a yet-to-be-revealed director, the film is expected to expand upon the Alien mythos with new characters, a new planet, and a terrifying new chapter in the alien saga.

Plot Overview:

Alien: Romulus takes place on the barren, mysterious planet Romulus, which has never been explored in the Alien series. The story follows a group of survivors stranded on this remote planet after a catastrophic accident involving their transport ship. As they struggle to survive and find a way to escape, they discover that the planet is far from uninhabited.

Unknown to the survivors, Romulus harbors a hidden secret: remnants of an ancient alien race that may have been the creators or the earliest victims of the deadly Xenomorphs. As the survivors fight to stay alive, they find themselves not only battling the unforgiving environment of Romulus but also facing the deadly threat of Xenomorphs that have evolved to survive in the planet’s harsh conditions.

The survivors must uncover the truth about Romulus’ dark history while finding a way to escape before they are hunted down by the relentless Xenomorphs. Tensions rise as they grapple with dwindling resources, mounting paranoia, and the horrifying realization that they may be part of a larger, more sinister experiment that links back to the origins of the Xenomorphs.

Key Characters:

• Ava Sterling (played by a currently unnamed actress): Ava is a resourceful and determined leader of the stranded group, who becomes the de facto leader after their crash. Haunted by her past mistakes, she must guide her team while struggling with the moral dilemmas of survival and sacrifice.
• Dr. Julian Carter (portrayed by an undisclosed actor): A scientist and researcher, Dr. Carter has a deep knowledge of alien biology and may hold the key to understanding the origins of the Xenomorphs. His obsession with the creatures’ biology could lead to both salvation or doom for the group.
• Marcus Vance (played by a currently undisclosed actor): A former military officer, Marcus is tough and no stranger to combat. However, his experiences with war make him somewhat detached from his emotions, and he wrestles with whether to trust the people he’s supposed to protect.