Essential Facts to Know Before Watching Alien Romulus

Alien Romulus takes place in 2142, between the original Alien and Aliens films.

The movie acts as a sequel to the original film while exploring its backstory.

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The Engineers are an ancient race tied to the origins of the Xenomorph species.

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The Prometheus film introduces the black substance that creates early forms of life.

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Alien Covenant reveals David's twisted experiments leading to the creation of Xenomorphs.

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Ripley, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver, is the sole survivor in the original Alien film.

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The Weyland-Yutani Corporation is shown to prioritize profit over crew safety repeatedly.

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Aliens takes place over 50 years after Alien, with Ripley still in stasis.

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Expect connections to Aliens and possible setups for future conflicts involving the Xenomorph.

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The upcoming film promises to delve into Ripley’s legacy and its impact on the franchise.

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