Extended universe · List checked on September 26, 2026
Alien: what order to watch the movies and shows in?
Alien has 8 titles to check off: 7 movies and 1 show (1 season). For a first watch, follow release order: start with Alien (1979) and finish with Alien: Earth, season 1 (2025). In the story's chronological order, it all begins with Prometheus (2012). The movies alone add up to 14 hrs 34 of viewing.
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See the full chronological order
- Prometheus (2012)
- Alien: Covenant (2017)
- Alien: Earth, season 1 (2025)
- Alien (1979)
- Alien: Romulus (2024)
- Aliens (1986)
- Alien³ (1992)
- Alien Resurrection (1997)
How this list is made
Every title is linked to its TMDB entry, checked by hand, ID by ID. Shows are checked off season by season, in their place in both orders.
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Frequently asked questions
What order should you watch Alien in?
For a first watch, follow release order: start with Alien (1979) and finish with Alien: Earth, season 1 (2025). In the story's chronological order, it all begins with Prometheus (2012).
How long does it take to watch everything?
14 hrs 34 for the 7 movies, plus 1 season of TV.
Do you need to watch the shows?
The list has one: Alien: Earth. It slots in between the movies in both orders; the Movies filter hides it if you only want the films.