Alien: Romulus is the latest installment in the iconic Alien sci-fi horror franchise, directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Lena Waithe. The film follows a group of deep space miners who uncover a derelict alien spacecraft on the remote planet Romulus. When they bring mysterious alien specimens aboard their ship, a deadly creature begins stalking and picking them off one by one.

Waithe’s Alien: Romulus promises to be a thrilling, suspenseful return to the franchise’s roots, blending the claustrophobic terror of the original Alien with modern visual effects and a diverse ensemble cast. Fans can expect plenty of shocking xenomorph encounters, gory practical effects, and an ominous, atmospheric tone that pays homage to Ridley Scott’s 1979 classic.

While continuing the overarching Alien mythology, Romulus also functions as a self-contained story about the dangers of scientific hubris and the nightmare of confronting the unknown in the furthest reaches of space. With its talented director, crew, and cast, Alien: Romulus is shaping up to be one of the must-see sci-fi horror events of the year for genre fans.