Wilgens Sirise
Where Can I Watch Alien: Earth?
If you’re a fan of science fiction and the Alien franchise, Alien: Earth is the first time it’s been released on the small screen—a gripping prequel to the events of the original Alien (1979) film. Here’s how to watch it, who’s starring, and what the series brings as a fresh narrative.
Availability and platforms to watch
United States: Alien: Earth premiered on August 12, 2025 on FX and Hulu, with the first two (2) episodes released together, then one at a time every Sunday night at 8 PM ET.
- Other countries: While the USA is streaming it on FX and Hulu, you can check it out on Disney+ around the world—perfect if you’re not in the USA.
- India: Alien: Earth will be available on JioCinema / JioHotstar starting August 13, 2025 for local pay.
Indiatimes - If you’re not in an area where the show is not available, you can use a VPN like NordVPN to access your account on Hulu or Disney+, depending on which platform is available in your home.
Who’s in Alien: Earth?
The series is directed by Noah Hawley, and executive produced by Ridley Scott, one of the big names who built the franchise. The main cast includes
Sydney Chandler as Wendy, a young girl who is transformed into a human/synthetic hybrid (a “Lost Boy”) like a dramatic reimagining of Peter Pan.
Timothy Olyphant as Kirsh, a synthetic mentor. Samuel Blenkin as Boy Kavalier, an eccentric billionaire who runs the Prodigy Corporation, which transfers the consciousness of sick children into the bodies
Alex Lawther, Essie Davis, Babou Ceesay, and Adarsh Gourav round out the ensemble cast, bringing a unified face and emotion to document the devastation and complexity that unfolds.
About the series—beginning and topics covered
The action is set in the year 2120, two (2) years before the original Alien film, when a research ship, the USCSS Maginot, crashes into Earth and brings with it creatures that threaten humanity—the Xenomorphs.
Synthetic identity, consciousness, immortality, and family relationships (Wendy and her brother, Hermit). Conflicts between large corporations, such as Weyland-Yutani and Prodigy Corp, which show how science and business power mix with ethics.
A narrative of horror and philosophy, with new creatures that make the franchise alive and full of mystery.
Critics are mostly unanimous—with the series receiving multiple accolades for its atmosphere, Sydney Chandler’s performance as Wendy, and the balance between action, emotion, and philosophical writing.
Conclusion: Short Answer
Where to watch Alien: Earth:
If you’re in the US: watch it on FX (if you have cable TV or a subscription) or Hulu—which also offers a 30-day free trial for new users.
If you’re elsewhere (UK, Europe, Caribbean, etc.): use Disney+.
If you’re in India: expect it on JioCinema / JioHotstar from August 13, 2025.
By-Wilgens Sirise
