Alien Movies: Watch in Chronological Order

The Xenomorph from the Alien film franchise stands as one of the most iconic and terrifying movie monsters ever created. With its acid blood, multi-layered mouths, and menacing claws, it not only defined the space horror genre but also instilled fear in a generation. With the latest installment, Alien: Romulus, now available for streaming, fans might be eager to revisit the entire Alien saga, including the crossover films with Predator, which are set on Earth.

To help you navigate through the series, we've provided comprehensive lists for watching the Alien movies in both chronological order and by release date.

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The Alien Movies in Chronological Order

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How Many Alien Movies Are There?

There are a total of nine movies in the Alien franchise — four in the mainline series, two Predator crossovers, two prequels from Ridley Scott, and the latest addition, a standalone film from Fede Álvarez.

Alien: 6-Film Collection

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Alien: Romulus

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Alien: 35th Anniversary Edition

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Aliens

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Prometheus

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Alien Movies in (Chronological) Order

1. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

The story of the Xenomorphs begins with the first of the two crossover films, AVP. Set in 2004, this film, directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, brings to life the epic "battle of the titans" concept that originated in a 1989 comic. In AVP, humans discover that Predators, known as the "Yautja," have been visiting Earth for millennia. Ancient cults would sacrifice themselves to a Xenomorph Queen's brood, producing adult Xenomorphs for the Predators to hunt as the "ultimate prey." Unfortunately, things take a disastrous turn during the Predators' 2004 hunting expedition.

Alien vs. Predator

20th Century Fox

Aug 13, 2004

PG-13

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2. Aliens vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

Continuing in modern times, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem picks up directly where AVP left off. An Alien-Predator hybrid, the "Predalien," wreaks havoc in a small Colorado town. A veteran Predator arrives to rectify the situation, leading to a significant amount of destruction. This film marks the last crossover in the Alien franchise. For more on the Predator series, check out our guide to the Predator movies in order.

Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem

Davis Entertainment

Dec 25, 2007

R

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